Chapter 1: Introduction to Research Content

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What is the main characteristic of the Method of tenacity?

Information accepted because it has always been believed (correct)

Information accepted based on hunch beliefs

Information accepted through interpretation of data

Information accepted based on authority

Which statement best describes the Method of intuition?

Information accepted through critical assumptions

Information accepted based on hunch beliefs (correct)

Information accepted through interpretation of data

Information accepted based on empirical evidence

What is the biggest limitation of the Method of tenacity?

No method for correcting erroneous ideas (correct)

Relies on empirical evidence

Involves critical assumptions

Requires interpretation of data

Which method involves accepting information because it is supported by superstition?

Method of tenacity Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Scientific method?

Obtain better-quality answers Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the Old French word 'cerchier'?

To search or seek Signup and view all the answers

Why is research done 'many times' according to the text?

To be certain that something really occurs Signup and view all the answers

Which activity best describes research according to the text?

Data collection activity Signup and view all the answers

What did Madame Curie discover through repetitive experiments?

Radium Signup and view all the answers

Which term is NOT used to describe research in the text?

Relaxation Signup and view all the answers

Who invented the telephone according to the text?

Alexander Graham Bell Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main reasons for conducting research?

To validate past information Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the objectives of learning Research Method according to the text?

To evaluate claims in everyday media Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic defines how research usually starts?

Follows a specific plan or procedure Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to divide the main problem into subproblems in research?

To have a clearer approach to solving the main problem Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the purposes of learning Research Method mentioned in the text?

To discover how to acquire knowledge and make decisions using the scientific method Signup and view all the answers

Why is clear articulation of a goal required in research?

To provide a direction and focus for the research Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary limitation of relying on feelings for obtaining knowledge?

It does not provide accurate information Signup and view all the answers

What is a drawback of using methods of authority to obtain answers?

Often accepts expert's statements as fact Signup and view all the answers

Why is the rational method considered a good approach for seeking answers?

It relies on logical reasoning Signup and view all the answers

What is a common shortcoming of relying on the rational method exclusively for obtaining knowledge?

It might not consider emotional or intuitive aspects Signup and view all the answers

How does the rational method differ from the method of authority in seeking knowledge?

Rational method uses logical reasoning, while method of authority relies on experts Signup and view all the answers

What is the major limitation of the rational method of drawing conclusions?

Assumes the premise statements are true Signup and view all the answers

Which philosophy is the Empirical Method based on?

Empiricism Signup and view all the answers

What is a key concern when using the Empirical Method for acquiring knowledge?

Misinterpretations of observations Signup and view all the answers

Which method involves formulating specific questions and systematically finding answers?

Scientific Method Signup and view all the answers

What makes people not very good at logical reasoning according to the text?

Emotional bias in arguments Signup and view all the answers

Why can the Empirical Method be time-consuming and sometimes dangerous?

Involves direct observation or personal experience Signup and view all the answers