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Which section of a research proposal is considered the most important?

  • Introduction
  • Title page
  • Approval form
  • Methodology (correct)

What should the introduction section of a research proposal begin with?

  • A concise descriptive title
  • A general statement of the problem area (correct)
  • The rationale or justification for the proposed study
  • A specific research problem

What should the review of literature section of a research proposal include?

  • A list of references
  • A brief summary of the literature and its implications
  • An analysis of the published studies (correct)
  • A catalog of related literature

Which section of a research proposal lists all the sources used in writing the report?

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What is the purpose of a research proposal?

<p>To define and formulate a research question (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section of a research proposal provides the necessary background for the research problem?

<p>Introduction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the title of a research proposal be?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the methodology section of a research proposal?

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Which style manual is recommended for referencing in a research proposal?

<p>APA (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended length of a research proposal?

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Which step in writing a scientific report involves discussing the relevance of the results and how they fit with other research in the area?

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What is the purpose of the literature review in a scientific report?

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Which section of a scientific report should clearly outline the methodology used in the research?

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What should be included in the conclusion of a scientific report?

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What is the purpose of the abstract/synopsis in a scientific report?

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What is the purpose of the references or bibliography section in a scientific report?

<p>To list all references used in the report (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the appendices of a scientific report?

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What is the purpose of a research proposal?

<p>To outline the objectives of a research project (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do all research proposals share?

<p>A formal plan outlining research objectives (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a research proposal?

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Which of the following is NOT one of the main divisions of a scientific report?

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What should you do in Step 1 of writing a scientific report?

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What should you do in Step 2 of writing a scientific report?

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What should you do in Step 3 of writing a scientific report?

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What is the purpose of analyzing the task in writing a scientific report?

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What is the purpose of developing a rough plan in writing a scientific report?

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What is the purpose of doing the research in writing a scientific report?

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What are the main divisions of a scientific report?

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What should you consider when analyzing the task in writing a scientific report?

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What should you include in the preliminary material section of a scientific report?

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True or false: The research phase of producing a report usually takes the most time.

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True or false: The literature review of a scientific report is typically more extensive than the literature review of a thesis.

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True or false: The methodology section of a scientific report should be written in an active voice.

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True or false: The results section of a scientific report includes the interpretation of the findings.

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True or false: The discussion section of a scientific report relates back to the literature review and introductory statement.

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True or false: The conclusion section of a scientific report may indicate areas where further research would be useful.

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True or false: The recommendations section of a scientific report is listed in order of priority.

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True or false: The abstract/synopsis of a scientific report provides a condensed overview of the entire report.

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True or false: A scientific report is typically made up of three main divisions: preliminary material, body, and supplementary material.

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True or false: The purpose of a scientific report can be analyzing, persuading, or reporting on an investigation.

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True or false: The word limit of a scientific report usually includes the preliminary material and supplementary material.

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True or false: The topic of a scientific report is always specified by the writer.

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True or false: Developing a rough plan in writing a scientific report involves using section headings to assist with organizing the content.

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True or false: Steps 1 and 2 in writing a scientific report guide the research process.

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True or false: The literature review section is considered the most important section of a research proposal.

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True or false: The purpose of doing research in writing a scientific report is to provide evidence and support for the main findings.

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True or false: A research proposal is usually 8-12 pages in length.

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True or false: The review of literature section of a research proposal should simply list all the related studies.

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True or false: The methodology section of a research proposal describes the research sample, data collection method, measurement instruments, and data analysis procedures.

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True or false: The Gantt chart is included in the methodology section of a research proposal.

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True or false: The references section of a research proposal lists all the sources used in writing the report.

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True or false: The references section of a research proposal should be in APA style.

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True or false: A good research proposal helps in defining and formulating the research question.

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True or false: A research proposal helps in avoiding wasting time in the literature search and data collection stages of the project.

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True or false: The title of a research proposal should be concise, descriptive, and specific.

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True or false: A scientific report is typically made up of three main divisions: preliminary material, body, and supplementary material.

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True or false: Analyzing the task is the first step in writing a scientific report.

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True or false: Developing a rough plan involves using section headings to assist with organizing the content.

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True or false: Research is necessary when writing a scientific report.

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True or false: A research proposal helps in avoiding wasting time in the literature search and data collection stages of the project.

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True or false: The word limit of a scientific report usually includes the preliminary material and supplementary material.

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True or false: The purpose of doing research in writing a scientific report is to provide evidence and support for the main findings.

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True or false: The review of literature section of a research proposal should simply list all the related studies.

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True or false: The review of literature section of a research proposal should simply list all the related studies.

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True or false: The research methodology is the least important section of the research proposal.

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True or false: Every source cited in the paper must be included in the references section of a research proposal.

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True or false: The Gantt chart is included in the methodology section of a research proposal.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: A research proposal is usually 8-12 pages in length.

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True or false: The abstract/synopsis of a scientific report provides a condensed overview of the entire report.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: A good research proposal helps in defining and formulating the research question.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The discussion section of a scientific report relates back to the literature review and introductory statement.

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True or false: The purpose of a scientific report can be analyzing, persuading, or reporting on an investigation.

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True or false: The literature review section of a scientific report is typically more extensive than the literature review of a thesis.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The methodology section of a research proposal describes the research sample, data collection method, measurement instruments, and data analysis procedures.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: A research proposal helps in avoiding wasting time in the literature search and data collection stages of the project.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The purpose of a scientific report can be analyzing, persuading, or reporting on an investigation.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The abstract/synopsis of a scientific report provides a condensed overview of the entire report.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The results section of a scientific report includes the interpretation of the findings.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The discussion section of a scientific report relates back to the literature review and introductory statement.

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True or false: The Gantt chart is included in the methodology section of a research proposal.

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Flashcards

Methodology

The most important part of a research proposal, detailing how the research will be conducted.

Introduction

The beginning of the introduction section should clearly state the issue or problem that the research aims to address.

Review of Literature

The review of literature section should go beyond just listing studies; it analyzes and critically evaluates existing research.

References

The references section lists all sources used in a research proposal.

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Research Proposal: Purpose

A research proposal is a document that outlines the purpose and plan for a research project. It's like a roadmap.

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Introduction: Background

The introduction section provides the background context for the research problem.

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Research Proposal: Title

The title should accurately reflect the topic and clearly describe the research area.

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Methodology: Details

The methodology section should contain a clear and detailed description of the research methods, including the participants, data collection procedures, and analysis techniques.

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APA Style Manual

The APA style manual provides guidelines for referencing and formatting research papers.

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Research Proposal: Length

The length of a research proposal can vary, but generally, 8-12 pages is a reasonable range.

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Discussion: Interpretation

The discussion section interprets the research findings, relating them to existing knowledge and highlighting their significance.

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Literature Review: Purpose

The literature review in scientific reports provides background information on the topic being investigated.

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Methodology: Detail

This section should clearly describe the specific methods used in the research, providing sufficient detail for replicability.

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Conclusion: Summary

The conclusion summarizes the most important results and findings of the research.

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Abstract/Synopsis: Purpose

The abstract/synopsis provides a brief overview of the entire report, highlighting the key findings and conclusions.

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References: Purpose

The references section lists all sources used in the report, including books, journal articles, websites, etc.

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Appendices: Purpose

Appendices provide supplementary information that adds depth and context to the report, but isn't essential for the main body.

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Research Proposal

A formal plan outlining the objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes of a research project.

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Research Proposal: Commonality

All research proposals share the common goal of outlining a research plan.

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Research Proposal: Main Purpose

The primary purpose of a research proposal is to secure funding and resources for conducting the research.

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Scientific Report: Divisions

The conclusion section is NOT a main division of a scientific report. It's a part of the body.

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Scientific Report: Step 1

The first step in writing a scientific report involves carefully analyzing the task and understanding the research question or objective.

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Scientific Report: Step 2

The second step in writing a scientific report is developing a rough plan, outlining the main sections and ideas.

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Scientific Report: Step 3

The third step in writing a scientific report involves gathering relevant information, conducting experiments, or collecting data.

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Scientific Report: Task Analysis

Analyzing the task involves carefully considering the research question, audience, and purpose of the report.

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Scientific Report: Rough Plan

Developing a rough plan helps clarify the overall purpose of the report and ensures a logical flow of information.

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Scientific Report: Research

The research phase is crucial for gathering information and evidence to support the findings of the report.

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Scientific Report: Divisions

The main divisions of a scientific report include Preliminary material (introduction, literature review), Body (methods, results, discussion), and Supplementary material (appendices, references).

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Scientific Report: Task Analysis

When analyzing the task, consider factors like the purpose of the report, target audience, and desired outcome.

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Scientific Report: Preliminary Material

The preliminary material section of a scientific report provides background information and introduces the research topic.

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Scientific Report: Research Time

The research phase usually takes the most time in report writing, as it involves gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data.

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