Research Methodologies in Corporate Finance
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What is the primary focus of explanatory research?

  • Describing characteristics
  • Predicting future outcomes
  • Generalizing from analysis
  • Analyzing and explaining why or how something is happening (correct)
  • Which type of research aims to forecast the likelihood of a similar situation occurring elsewhere?

  • Qualitative research
  • Descriptive research
  • Correlational research
  • Predictive research (correct)
  • What does predictive research provide answers to?

  • When and where
  • Why and where
  • Who and what
  • How and why (correct)
  • In predictive research, what type of questions can be answered?

    <p>'What-if' questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach of research uses methods like surveys to quantify variations?

    <p>Quantitative approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of using quantitative research methodology?

    <p>'To what extent have students adopted the use of mobile phones for learning?'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main aim of research?

    <p>To find out hidden truths and undiscovered knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of research aims to determine the frequency of occurrences?

    <p>Diagnostic research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the systematic method of research?

    <p>Enunciate the problem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which motivation in research involves solving unsolved problems?

    <p>Facing challenges of unsolved problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used for studies that test causal relationships between variables?

    <p>Hypothesis-testing research studies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of research aims to gain new insights into a phenomenon?

    <p>Exploratory research studies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of research in relation to economic policy?

    <p>Both for government and business</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which field specifically investigates the structure and development of markets?

    <p>Market research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of operations research?

    <p>Cost minimization or profit maximization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor does NOT motivate individuals to undertake research studies?

    <p>Desire for personal gain only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does doubt often lead to, according to Hudson Maxim's quote?

    <p>Inquiry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does research aid in solving for business and industry?

    <p>Operational and planning problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

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