Academic Research and Referencing

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What is the primary factor that determines the number of references required for a literature review?

The complexity of the topic

The length of the review

The amount of research conducted on the topic (correct)

The researcher's personal preference

In what tense should the methodology section be written in a research proposal?

Past tense

Future tense (correct)

Past perfect tense

Present tense

What is the primary purpose of the methodology section in a research proposal?

To provide a detailed description of the materials used in the study

To enable readers to replicate the study (correct)

To summarize the findings of the study

To introduce the research question

What should be thoroughly described in the methodology section of a research proposal?

The materials used or subjects participating in the study Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a well-written methodology section?

It is well-organized and clear in meaning Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of describing the instrumentation in a research proposal?

To provide detailed information about the equipment used to collect data Signup and view all the answers

What is the key benefit of including a detailed data collection plan in a research proposal?

It ensures that the data collected is reliable and valid Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a Gantt chart in a research proposal?

To provide a timeline for the research project Signup and view all the answers

How should references be listed in a research proposal?

Using a consistent citation form throughout the list Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of describing the expected outcomes in a research proposal?

To provide a clear direction for the study Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a literature review in a research proposal?

To identify the research gap Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach to finding references for a research paper?

Start with a review paper and use the snowball technique Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of identifying a research gap?

To identify a limitation in existing research that needs to be addressed Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between an ideal scenario and a reality scenario in research?

An ideal scenario is when the research is perfectly planned, while a reality scenario is when the research encounters unexpected challenges Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of formulating a research question?

To identify the research gap and provide a clear direction for the research Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of using academic writing techniques?

To make the writing more formal and academic Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach to searching for references using a reference manager?

Using a combination of search terms and synonyms to find relevant papers Signup and view all the answers

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