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Which of the following is a research method that focuses on one instance of the 'thing' to be investigated?
Which of the following is a research method that focuses on one instance of the 'thing' to be investigated?
- Surveys
- Research
- Experiments
- Case Studies (correct)
What is the purpose of an experiment in research?
What is the purpose of an experiment in research?
- To investigate cause and effect relationships (correct)
- To obtain data from a large group of people
- To test a hypothesis
- To create new knowledge
What is a hypothesis in the context of research?
What is a hypothesis in the context of research?
- A statement that has not yet been tested empirically (correct)
- A standardized and systematic way of obtaining data
- A variety of data generation methods
- A strategy that investigates cause and effect relationships
Which of the following is NOT a basic standard for research reviewers?
Which of the following is NOT a basic standard for research reviewers?
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What is the main purpose of surveys in research?
What is the main purpose of surveys in research?
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Study Notes
Research Methods
- Case study: a research method that focuses on one instance of the 'thing' to be investigated.
Experiments
- The purpose of an experiment in research is to test a hypothesis, identify cause-and-effect relationships, and establish causality.
Hypothesis
- In the context of research, a hypothesis is a tentative explanation for a phenomenon or problem that guides the research investigation.
Research Standards
- One basic standard for research reviewers is NOT to be biased or have a vested interest in the outcome.
Surveys
- The main purpose of surveys in research is to collect self-reported data from a sample of individuals through questionnaires, interviews, or observations, often to describe attitudes, opinions, or behaviors.
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