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Boolean: Connecting Between Search Terms

When you want to combine search terms, you will need to use what are called Boolean operators or connectors. This is best done using the advanced search mode.
You need to separate your search statement into concepts and enter them into separate search boxes. Use the search terms and subject headings that you've already come up with.

concept 1

concept 2

concept 3

concept 4

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dishonesty

ethics

 

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college

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university

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detecting

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