28 Questions
What is the main characteristic of the Method of tenacity?
Information accepted because it has always been believed
Which statement best describes the Method of intuition?
Information accepted based on hunch beliefs
What is the biggest limitation of the Method of tenacity?
No method for correcting erroneous ideas
Which method involves accepting information because it is supported by superstition?
Method of tenacity
What is the primary focus of the Scientific method?
Obtain better-quality answers
What is the meaning of the Old French word 'cerchier'?
To search or seek
Why is research done 'many times' according to the text?
To be certain that something really occurs
Which activity best describes research according to the text?
Data collection activity
What did Madame Curie discover through repetitive experiments?
Radium
Which term is NOT used to describe research in the text?
Relaxation
Who invented the telephone according to the text?
Alexander Graham Bell
What is one of the main reasons for conducting research?
To validate past information
What is one of the objectives of learning Research Method according to the text?
To evaluate claims in everyday media
Which characteristic defines how research usually starts?
Follows a specific plan or procedure
Why is it important to divide the main problem into subproblems in research?
To have a clearer approach to solving the main problem
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
Why is clear articulation of a goal required in research?
To provide a direction and focus for the research
What is the primary limitation of relying on feelings for obtaining knowledge?
It does not provide accurate information
What is a drawback of using methods of authority to obtain answers?
Often accepts expert's statements as fact
Why is the rational method considered a good approach for seeking answers?
It relies on logical reasoning
What is a common shortcoming of relying on the rational method exclusively for obtaining knowledge?
It might not consider emotional or intuitive aspects
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
What is the major limitation of the rational method of drawing conclusions?
Assumes the premise statements are true
Which philosophy is the Empirical Method based on?
Empiricism
What is a key concern when using the Empirical Method for acquiring knowledge?
Misinterpretations of observations
Which method involves formulating specific questions and systematically finding answers?
Scientific Method
What makes people not very good at logical reasoning according to the text?
Emotional bias in arguments
Why can the Empirical Method be time-consuming and sometimes dangerous?
Involves direct observation or personal experience
This quiz covers the basics of research such as the definition of research, research concepts, reasons for conducting research, characteristics of research, and sources of knowledge. It also explains the origin of the word 'research' and the importance of conducting research multiple times for certainty.
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