Understanding Research: Definitions and Types
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What is the primary goal of research?

  • To systematically discover and apply new knowledge (correct)
  • To produce vague and ambiguous results
  • To create confusion and misunderstanding
  • To gather information in an unorganized manner
  • How does research contribute to knowledge?

  • By generating new insights and knowledge (correct)
  • By promoting ignorance and misunderstanding
  • By limiting understanding and interpretation
  • By discouraging communication and clarity
  • What distinguishes research from other information-gathering activities?

  • It promotes confusion and misunderstanding
  • It aims to create disorganization and chaos
  • It has no distinguishing features
  • It systematically aims to discover and apply new knowledge (correct)
  • What is the nature of original research?

    <p>It generates new insights and knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is clear communication important in the research process?

    <p>To ensure effective dissemination of research findings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of original research?

    <p>To generate new and unique knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of original research often involves structured surveys or experiments to gather and analyze numerical data?

    <p>Quantitative Original Research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the nature of research involve?

    <p>Structured approach to investigation and drawing conclusions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the emphasis of Qualitative Original Research?

    <p>Generating rich, descriptive insights rather than numerical measurements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Mixed Methods Original Research?

    <p>To integrate quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of original research often involves structured surveys, experiments, or observations to gather and analyze numerical data?

    <p>Quantitative Original Research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of original research utilizes methods such as interviews, focus groups, and content analysis to explore complex human behaviors and experiences?

    <p>Qualitative Original Research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of original research integrates quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis techniques to provide a comprehensive understanding of a research problem?

    <p>Mixed Methods Original Research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does original research contribute to the development of critical thinking skills?

    <p>By promoting the development of critical thinking skills through study design and data analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of original research when addressing specific problems or gaps in knowledge?

    <p>Offers solutions and practical insights</p> Signup and view all the answers

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