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  Defining Your Research Topic Choosing & Using Research Tools Working with Search Results Writing & Citing
 

Understanding Your Search Results

Quantity of Results

Quality of Results
   Relevancy
   Reliability

Navigating the Library

I need it, but the library doesn't have it.

       Quality of Results -- Relevancy

My search isn't working. What do I do?

Are you using the best database for your subject? If you're not sure, check the Database Advisor or the research guide by subject that best covers your topic. [Show me more about Database Advisor or Subject Guides] If you are unsure, ask a reference librarian for suggestions.

Examine one of the irrelevant records and try to see why your search terms retrieved it. It may give you an idea about which search terms aren't working for you and need to be replaced or eliminated.
 
Quantity of Results
 
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Reliability
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