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What is the primary purpose of the Statement of the Problem in a research paper?
What is the primary purpose of the Statement of the Problem in a research paper?
Which characteristic is least important when determining the clarity of a research question?
Which characteristic is least important when determining the clarity of a research question?
Research questions that are primarily derived from the broader research problem are classified as what type?
Research questions that are primarily derived from the broader research problem are classified as what type?
What characteristic ensures that research questions do not negatively impact participants?
What characteristic ensures that research questions do not negatively impact participants?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of research question mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a type of research question mentioned?
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Study Notes
Statement of the Problem
- Essential section of a research paper where the main problem to be studied is presented.
- Clarifies what researchers seek to answer through the study.
Research Questions
- Help define and articulate the research problem.
- Act as sub-problems of the main issue being explored.
- Informative in nature, detailing methods for data collection and analysis.
Characteristics of Good Research Questions
- Feasibility: Consideration of resources such as time, energy, finances, and availability of respondents.
- Clarity: Questions should be clearly articulated to ensure understanding among readers.
- Significance: Research should be meaningful, providing valuable contributions to society.
- Ethical: Safeguard the well-being of participants, avoiding mental or physical harm.
Formulating Research Questions
- Divided into two main types:
- General Questions: Broadly derived from the primary research problem.
- Specific Questions: Detailed and focused, connected to the general research question.
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This quiz covers the essential components of the statement of the problem in a research paper, focusing on how to articulate the problem being investigated. It also examines the formulation of research questions that help clarify the main research issue and identify sub-problems. Test your understanding of these critical elements in practical research.
