Scientific Problem Characteristics
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Which characteristic of scientific questions is focused on ensuring they can be empirically tested?

  • Relevance
  • Testability (correct)
  • Clarity and Specificity
  • Scope
  • What is the primary goal of applied research?

  • To solve practical problems or address real-world issues (correct)
  • To collaborate with stakeholders and other researchers
  • To explore the unknown driven by curiosity
  • To expand knowledge and understanding in a particular field
  • Which characteristic of basic/fundamental/pure research is focused on long-term perspectives?

  • Exploratory Nature
  • Long-term Perspectives (correct)
  • Curiosity-driven inquiry
  • Knowledge expansion
  • What is the primary purpose of the related literature in scientific research?

    <p>To identify gaps or areas for further investigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic of applied research focuses on building upon existing scientific knowledge?

    <p>Use of existing knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of basic/fundamental/pure research?

    <p>Desire to explore the unknown and expand knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a scientific problem?

    <p>It requires subjective interpretation rather than empirical testing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a scientific problem?

    <p>To investigate, analyze, and explain phenomena using scientific methods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of an observable phenomenon that could lead to a scientific problem?

    <p>A change in the color of a solution during a chemical reaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the relevance characteristic of a scientific problem?

    <p>It indicates that the problem has practical implications for addressing societal needs or challenges.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best describes the complexity of scientific problems?

    <p>Scientific problems may range from simple to complex, sometimes requiring interdisciplinary collaboration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a scientific question?

    <p>To serve as a specific inquiry that can be investigated using scientific methods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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