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What is the primary focus of descriptive research studies?
What is the primary focus of descriptive research studies?
- Making specific predictions
- Determining the frequency of occurrences
- Describing the characteristics of individuals or groups (correct)
- Finding associations between variables
Which type of research studies concerns itself with determining the frequency of occurrences or associations between variables?
Which type of research studies concerns itself with determining the frequency of occurrences or associations between variables?
- Descriptive research studies
- Narrative research studies
- Diagnostic research studies (correct)
- Predictive research studies
What is a common requirement for both descriptive and diagnostic research studies from the standpoint of research design?
What is a common requirement for both descriptive and diagnostic research studies from the standpoint of research design?
- Narrating facts and characteristics concerning individuals or groups
- Defining the population to be studied and finding appropriate measuring methods (correct)
- Conducting predictive analysis and making specific recommendations
- Obtaining incomplete and inaccurate information
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Research Study Focus
- The primary focus of descriptive research studies is to describe the characteristics of a population or phenomenon.
Research Type
- Descriptive research studies concern themselves with determining the frequency of occurrences or associations between variables.
Research Design Requirements
- A common requirement for both descriptive and diagnostic research studies is a well-planned research design.
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