Questions and Answers
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?
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?
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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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Description
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.
