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Note: To purchase the Interactive eText, please search for ISBN 10: 020599170X / ISBN 13: 9780205991709.Basics of Social Research helps students understand what researchers do and why, while preparing them to think critically about how content findings are created.The information in this text is presented in an easy to understand manner that allows students to see the importance of properly conducted research.Updated Canadian content focuses on real research examples from Canadian studies to make social research accessible to students, and to demonstrate how social research has real-world applications.Themed boxes, summary problems, and review questions facilitate student learning and help students understand that social research requires dedication, creativity, and mature judgement.