Nature of Inquiry and Research Inquiry

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What is the main difference between inquiry and research?

  • Inquiry is critical and logical, while research is empirical and replicable.
  • Inquiry involves asking questions, while research involves discovering truths. (correct)
  • Inquiry focuses on direct experience/observation, while research uses valid procedures.
  • Inquiry follows a cyclical process, while research is methodical.

Which characteristic of research emphasizes the use of proven analytical procedures?

  • Logical
  • Empirical
  • Analytical (correct)
  • Critical

What is one key aspect of replicability in research?

  • Repeating research design and procedures. (correct)
  • Being based on direct experience/observation.
  • Utilizing a methodical manner.
  • Starting with a problem and ending with a problem.

Which factor distinguishes critical research from empirical research?

<p>Involving careful/precise judgment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic that emphasizes the starting and ending points in the research process?

<p>Cyclical (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of research that emphasizes careful and precise judgment?

<p>Logical (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of research involves the use of direct experience and observation by the researcher?

<p>Empirical (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of research involves utilizing proven analytical procedures in gathering data?

<p>Analytical (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aim of research involves proving the veracity of existing theories?

<p>Verification of Existing Knowledge (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In research, what does replicability refer to?

<p>Repeating research design and procedures for valid results (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Basic Research?

<p>Dealing with concepts, principles, or abstract things (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of data is collected through direct observation for the first time?

<p>Primary Data (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of research provides a verbal language description without measuring data?

<p>Descriptive Research (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic best describes Qualitative Research?

<p>Involves active interpretation of human behavior (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates Applied Research from Basic Research?

<p>Applies research to societal problems or issues (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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