The Characteristics of Research Quiz
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of research?

  • Logical and rational
  • Systematic and organized
  • Empirical data collection
  • Subjective and personal (correct)
  • Which type of data collection method is NOT mentioned in the text?

  • Direct observation
  • Experiments
  • Surveys
  • Interviews (correct)
  • What is the purpose of the cyclical process in research?

  • To formulate conclusions (correct)
  • To refine research questions
  • To analyze data
  • To collect data
  • Which of the following is a key characteristic of research?

    <p>Replicability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of research in terms of objectivity?

    <p>To minimize personal bias</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Research Characteristics

    • Research is not about discovering new information, but rather uncovering what is already known.
    • Research is not about proving a point, but rather testing a hypothesis.

    Data Collection Methods

    • There are various data collection methods, but anecdotal evidence is NOT one of them.

    Cyclical Process in Research

    • The cyclical process in research involves formulating a hypothesis, testing it, and refining it based on the results, which then leads to further refinement of the hypothesis, and so on.

    Key Characteristics of Research

    • Objectivity is a key characteristic of research, which means that researchers should strive to remain impartial and unbiased in their findings.

    Objective of Research

    • The goal of research in terms of objectivity is to minimize personal biases and ensure that the results are reliable and valid.

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    Test your knowledge on the characteristics of research, including systematic and organized approaches, collection of empirical data, and the importance of replicability.

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