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The Fundamentals of Research

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What are the three reasons for seeking exhaustively, as mentioned in the text?

To reach a decision based on actual evidence

To manipulate things, concepts, or symbols

For more explanations, For verifiable truth, To make discoveries (correct)

To collect facts and analyze data

According to the Encyclopedia of Social Sciences, how is research defined?

The manipulation of things, concepts, or symbols for the purpose of generalizing, extending, correcting, or verifying knowledge (correct)

A need to collect data of facts and analyze it critically

A careful and systematic means of solving problems

Newly discovered facts or the practical application of such new or revised conclusions, theories, or laws

What does the word 'research' mean in old French?

To seek or search (correct)

To manipulate things, concepts, or symbols

To make discoveries

To collect facts and analyze data

According to Webster's Third New International Dictionary, how is research defined?

Newly discovered facts or the practical application of such new or revised conclusions, theories, or laws Signup and view all the answers

According to Thomas and Nelson (1996), how is research defined?

A careful and systematic means of solving problems Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in research?

Feel a need Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of research according to the Encyclopedia of Social Sciences?

The manipulation of things, concepts, or symbols for the purpose of generalizing Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'research' mean in old French?

To seek or search Signup and view all the answers

According to Webster's Third New International Dictionary, what is research?

Newly discovered facts or the practical application of such new or revised conclusions Signup and view all the answers

What are the three reasons for seeking exhaustively, as mentioned in the text?

For more explanations, for verifiable truth, to make discoveries Signup and view all the answers

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Research Definitions

Research is defined as a systematic and objective analysis and recording of data, which involves a careful consideration of study regarding a particular concern or problem, according to the Encyclopedia of Social Sciences.
The word "research" originates from the Old French word "recerchier", meaning "to search closely" or "to investigate".
Webster's Third New International Dictionary defines research as a "studious inquiry or examination, especially one that is a searching for or revision of facts".
Thomas and Nelson (1996) define research as "a systematic and objective process of collecting and analyzing data to answer questions and solve problems".

Research Process

The first step in research is to seek exhaustively, which involves seeking information and data from various sources.

Reasons for Seeking Exhaustively

There are three reasons for seeking exhaustively: to gather information, to explore new ideas, and to verify existing knowledge.

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Test your knowledge on the fundamentals of research with this quiz! Explore the steps involved in conducting research, the origins of the word "research," and the various definitions associated with this essential process.