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Database Exercise

Review the following database descriptions and select the appropriate database for the two research topics described. Watch for feedback in the box below each question.

a. Academic Search Complete b. MLA International Bibliography c. Academic Universe (LexisNexis)
Indexes and contains full-text for a basic collection of general-interest, humanities, social science and science periodicals and newspapers; coverage 1965 to present. Periodical results divided by type (newspaper, magazine, journal, etc.). Indexes books and articles on the modern languages, literature, linguistics, and folklore; coverage 1923 to present. Contains full-text news (newspapers, wire services, transcripts and newsletters), business literature, industry and company information, legal, biographical, and reference resources; dates vary.

 


1. Stem Cell Research

Academic Search Complete
MLA international bibliography
Academic Universe
None of the Above
Correct! Incorrect. Be sure to read the database descriptions.

2. Information about the British automotive industry?

Academic Search Complete
MLA international bibliography
Academic Universe
None of the Above
Correct! Incorrect. Be sure to read the database descriptions.

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