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?

<p>Chronological in structure, following the steps of an experiment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of objectivity in scientific writing?

<p>Focusing on facts without personal bias (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a hypothesis in the context of scientific research?

<p>An idea or theory that is not yet proven (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To maintain an objective tone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of jargon in scientific writing?

<p>To establish credibility with field experts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Not provided in the text (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To communicate scientific information to experts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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