12 Questions
What is the main aim of research?
To find out the truth which is hidden and undiscovered
Which type of research aims to test a hypothesis of a causal relationship between variables?
Hypothesis-testing research
What is the objective of diagnostic research studies?
To determine the frequency of occurrences
In which type of research are studies focused on achieving new insights into phenomena?
Exploratory or formulative research studies
What distinguishes descriptive research studies from other types of studies?
They portray accurately the characteristics of a group
What term refers to studies that aim to gain familiarity with a phenomenon or achieve new insights into it?
Exploratory or formulative research studies
What is the primary goal of basic research?
To contribute to scientific knowledge without immediate practical application
Which type of research focuses on finding solutions or developing useful products?
Applied research
What drives researchers in basic research?
Intellectual curiosity and contributing to academic knowledge
Which type of research is goal-oriented and seeks results for direct real-world implementation?
Applied research
What distinguishes basic research from applied research?
Immediate practical applications
Which type of research contributes to our understanding of fundamental principles and theories?
Basic research
Explore the main aim of research and the various broad groupings of research objectives. Understand how research aims to discover hidden truths and new insights through scientific procedures.
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