17 Questions
What is the definition of duplicate publication or self-plagiarism?
The publication of an article that is identical or overlaps substantially with an article already published elsewhere, with or without acknowledgment.
What is the responsibility of the researcher regarding data analysis?
The researcher is responsible for analyzing the data appropriately, and intentional omission of results may cause misinterpretation and mislead the readers.
What is the process of deciding whose names belong on a research paper?
Authorship is the process of deciding whose names belong on a research paper, and it is based on the researcher's collaboration and assistance between experts and colleagues.
What is the first step in the development of a research study according to Manuel and Medel (1976)?
Selection of a topic or problem for investigation
What is the second step in the development of a research study according to Fraenkel and Wallen (1994)?
Hypothesis
Which of the following is NOT one of the steps in the development of a research study according to Fraenkel and Wallen (1994)?
Framing of working hypothesis to facilitate the preparation of a logical study design
What does defining the population in research entail?
Identifying the target population and the study population
Which step reflects the basic elements in the mechanics of conducting research, according to the World Health Organization?
Conceptualizing the problem
What is a research problem as defined in the text?
Any concern or difficulty one would like to study/probe
What is included in defining measurements in research?
Methods of data collection and precision, accuracy, reliability
Which element is part of formulating research objectives?
Generating hypothesis
What is a problem as defined in the text?
Any unsatisfactory area or concern
What is the purpose of diagnostic research problems?
To determine if an action is required
Which category of research problems involves analyzing market trends or disease patterns?
Prognostic
What is the focus of differential prognosis research problems?
Determining policy alternatives
In which type of research problem would you assess the effectiveness of a communication campaign on environmental issues?
Evaluative
Which category of research problems involves studies of general usefulness like population census?
General Background Data
Test your knowledge on publication ethics, data analysis, and authorship with this quiz. Explore concepts such as duplicate publication, appropriate data analysis, and authorship responsibilities.
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