Types and Purposes of Research Methodology

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What type of research is curiosity-driven and deals with concepts and principles?

  • Applied Research
  • Correlational Research
  • Basic Research (correct)
  • Descriptive Research

Which type of research aims to solve particular life problems?

  • Explanatory/Experimental Research
  • Basic Research
  • Exploratory Research
  • Applied Research (correct)

What type of data in research includes non-numerical information like thoughts, beliefs, and views?

  • Quantitative Research
  • Qualitative Research (correct)
  • Tertiary Sources
  • Primary Data

Which research type focuses on the relationship between two factors without manipulation?

<p>Correlational Research (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of data involves direct observation or original information from sensory experiences?

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

Which type of research is ongoing and focuses on addressing problems in organizations or communities?

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

What is the main focus of Descriptive Research?

<p>Providing background information on a population (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Applied Research, what is the primary goal?

<p>Solving particular life problems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of research focuses on the relationship or connectedness of two factors or variables without manipulation?

<p><strong>Exploratory Research</strong> (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Qualitative Research from Quantitative Research?

<p>Qualitative research is objective while quantitative research is subjective (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Primary Data in research involves:

<p>Direct observation and original information from sensory experiences (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Tertiary Sources in research refer to:

<p><strong>Compilation</strong> of data (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Exploratory Research primarily aims to:

<p><strong>Find</strong> a problem and conduct preliminary investigations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Secondary Data in research typically involves:

<p><strong>Data already written about</strong> for reading purposes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Action Research focuses on:

<p><strong>Addressing problems</strong> in organizations or communities through practice (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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