Scientific Paper Writing: Choosing a Research Question

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What is the first and most important step in scientific paper writing?

  • Choosing a journal
  • Selecting a research question (correct)
  • Submitting the draft to supervisor
  • Writing the first draft

Why is it important to have a good research question in scientific paper writing?

  • It impresses the journal editors and peer reviewers (correct)
  • It determines the type of literature to include
  • It ensures there are no misspellings in the paper
  • It helps in choosing the appropriate language for writing

What should scientific and technical writing be tailored for?

  • Casual readers
  • Non-technical audience
  • Specific audience (correct)
  • General purpose

What aspect should a good research question provide clarity on?

<p>Developing the study protocol (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What increases the chances of publication in a scientific journal?

<p>Having a well-thought research question (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of choosing a good research question in scientific paper writing?

<p>To advance and add to the existing scientific knowledge (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential for scientific and technical writing to be tailored for a specific audience?

<p>To adopt the style and level of writing appropriate for the audience (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a good research question provide clarity on in scientific paper writing?

<p>Developing the study protocol, designing the study, and analyzing the data (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should scientific and technical writing primarily focus on?

<p>Tailoring the content for a specific audience (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be the main outcome of choosing a topic for scientific paper writing?

<p>Advancing and adding to the existing scientific knowledge (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a good research question in scientific paper writing?

<p>To guide the development of the study protocol (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should scientific and technical writing primarily focus on?

<p>Reporting facts instead of anecdotes or stories (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to tailor scientific and technical writing for a specific audience?

<p>To adopt the appropriate style and level of writing for the audience (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of choosing a topic for scientific paper writing?

<p>To increase chances of publication in the journal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a good research question provide clarity on in scientific paper writing?

<p>Designing the study and analyzing the data (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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