Research Methods and Writing Styles

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Which type of scientific text is commonly used in the social sciences?

Field report (correct)

Laboratory report

Case study

Hypothesis report

What is the primary focus of a case study?

To identify what leads to the success or failure of a specific subject (correct)

To prove or disprove a hypothesis

To analyze behavior patterns manifested by the subject

To document observations and conclusions about a specific subject

What is the primary purpose of a scientific text?

To analyze behavior patterns manifested by the subject

To document observations and conclusions about a specific subject

To prove or disprove a hypothesis through experimentation (correct)

To provide a detailed account of a researcher's prayer practices

What is the typical structure of a laboratory report?

Chronological in structure, following the steps of an experiment Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of objectivity in scientific writing?

Focusing on facts without personal bias Signup and view all the answers

What is a hypothesis in the context of scientific research?

An idea or theory that is not yet proven Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the third-person point of view in scientific writing?

To maintain an objective tone Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of jargon in scientific writing?

To establish credibility with field experts Signup and view all the answers

What is the acronym OJHR an abbreviation for in the context of writing scientific papers?

Not provided in the text Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of scientific writing in the sciences?

To communicate scientific information to experts Signup and view all the answers

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Which type of scientific text is commonly used in the social sciences?

What is the primary focus of a case study?

What is the primary purpose of a scientific text?

What is the typical structure of a laboratory report?

What is the primary characteristic of objectivity in scientific writing?

What is a hypothesis in the context of scientific research?

What is the purpose of using the third-person point of view in scientific writing?

What is the primary function of jargon in scientific writing?

What is the acronym OJHR an abbreviation for in the context of writing scientific papers?

What is the primary goal of scientific writing in the sciences?

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