At the Outset of a Meta-Analysis (I

Multiple Choice

At the outset of a meta-analysis (i.e., when determining what studies will be included in the analyses) , what are the primary considerations a researcher must address? (circle all that apply)

A) decide whether to include moderators in the analysis
B) specify tentative rules for inclusion and exclusion in analyses
C) locate every study that fits the (tentative) inclusion criteria
D) determine whether to use a fixed-effects or random-effects model