5 Questions
What is one of the main aims of research?
To gain familiarity with a phenomenon or to achieve new insights into it
According to Clifford Woody, what does research comprise?
Defining and redefining problems, formulating hypothesis or suggested solutions; collecting, organizing and evaluating data; making deductions and reaching conclusions; and at last carefully testing the conclusions to determine whether they fit the formulating hypothesis
How do D. Steiner and M. Stephenson define research?
The manipulation of things, concepts, or symbols for the purpose of generalizing to extend, correct, or verify knowledge
What do we term studies aimed at gaining familiarity with a phenomenon or achieving new insights into it?
Exploratory or formulative research studies
What is the purpose of research according to the text?
To discover answers to questions through the application of scientific procedures
Test your knowledge of the fundamental concepts discussed in Dr. Ahmed Elharby's lecture notes on Research Methods and Design Chapter 1. From defining research problems to making deductions and conclusions, this quiz will challenge your understanding of academic research principles.
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