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What is the first step in formulating a research problem according to Kumar (2018)?
What should be done if there are too many research questions to be manageable?
Why is it important to assess the objectives formulated for a research problem?
Which type of variable is manipulated during an experiment?
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What would be the dependent variable in an experiment studying the effects of temperature on ice melting?
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In an experiment on the effects of light intensity on plant growth, what would be a control variable?
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The variable that is affected by the amount of fertilizer applied in an experiment on plant growth is called the:
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What kind of variable allows a scientist to know that the experiment is only testing what they want to test?
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If you think of the independent variable as the cause, then the dependent variable can be thought of as the:
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What is the role of a hypothesis in research?
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What should a good hypothesis be according to the text?
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What is the purpose of testing the hypothesis?
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What is the null hypothesis about?
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What does the alternative hypothesis state?
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What does the literature and existing research help with when formulating a hypothesis?
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What does a good hypothesis propose?
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"After you have identified your research problem, what should you proceed to formulate?"
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Study Notes
Definition of a Research Problem
- A research problem is a clear and definite statement regarding a specific area of concern.
- It highlights a difficulty that needs elimination, conditions requiring improvement, or issues existing in theory, literature, or practice.
- Indicates the necessity for meaningful investigation and inquiry.
Purpose of a Problem Statement
- Introduces the importance of the research topic to the reader, establishing relevance.
- Contextualizes the problem, defining parameters for the investigation.
- Provides a framework for reporting results and outlines necessary components for the study.
Characteristics of an Effective Research Problem
- Reflects significant issues or needs that warrant investigation.
- Based on factual evidence rather than hypothetical scenarios, ensuring credibility.
- Manages scope and relevance, making the inquiry feasible.
- Suggests a testable and meaningful hypothesis while avoiding trivial or useless answers.
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Learn about the definition and purpose of research problems, and how to formulate a clear and meaningful problem statement for investigation. This quiz covers the essential aspects of identifying and expressing research problems effectively.