What is Science?
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What is the primary purpose of research in various fields?

  • To explain, predict, and control the observed phenomenon (correct)
  • To set pragmatic goals and develop productive strategies
  • To identify potential and new questions
  • To solely rely on deductive methods for analysis

Which of the following is a characteristic of good research?

  • It disregards ethics and code of conduct
  • It follows a systematic approach to capture accurate data (correct)
  • It involves only inductive methods
  • It relies on real-time data from artificial settings

Which method of research is associated with qualitative analysis?

  • Deductive method
  • Inductive method (correct)
  • Quantitative analysis
  • Systematic inquiry

What is the primary focus of inductive research methods?

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What is a key aspect of conducting research?

<p>Practicing ethics and code of conduct (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary outcome of research in natural settings?

<p>Real-time data and knowledge (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of science?

<p>To develop knowledge about the universe (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main distinction between fundamental and applied science?

<p>Fundamental science searches for new knowledge, while applied science applies scientific achievements in practice (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of objective methods in science?

<p>To accumulate knowledge through systematic observation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the root of the word 'medicine'?

<p>The verb 'medeor', meaning 'I treat, use' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of science in modern society?

<p>To create a social subsystem of knowledge (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the Latin word 'scientia'?

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

What is the primary objective of analyzing collected data?

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What is a crucial aspect of research, ensuring the reliability of results?

<p>The accuracy of the instruments used (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of research methodology?

<p>To systematically solve a research problem (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a hypothesis in research?

<p>A assumption made for the sake of argument (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between quantitative and qualitative research?

<p>The type of data collected (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of qualitative research?

<p>To collect data using conversational methods (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using questionnaires in clinical studies?

<p>To gather uniform data from a large sample of people (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key principle of designing an effective questionnaire?

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What is the primary characteristic of qualitative research methods?

<p>They aim to understand participants' thoughts and opinions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of using questionnaires?

<p>They provide a relatively cheap, quick, and efficient way of gathering information (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of questions should be used in a well-designed questionnaire?

<p>A mix of open-ended and close-ended questions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of quantitative research methods?

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Flashcards

Research's Main Purpose

To explain, predict, and control observed phenomena.

Good Research Characteristic

Systematic approach for accurate data collection.

Qualitative Research Method

Inductive method, focusing on analyzing events.

Inductive Research Focus

Analyzing observed events to form a conclusion.

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Ethical Research

Following principles and codes of conduct.

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Natural Setting Outcomes

Real-time data and knowledge collection in natural contexts.

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Science's Primary Goal

Developing knowledge about the universe.

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Fundamental vs. Applied Science

Fundamental discovers new knowledge, applied uses existing knowledge.

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Objective Methods in Science

Systematic observation for knowledge accumulation.

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Origin of 'Medicine'

From the Latin verb 'medeor' meaning 'treat'.

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Science's Social Role

Creating a knowledge-based subsystem within society.

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'Scientia' Meaning

Latin for 'knowledge'.

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Data Analysis Objective

Eliminating ambiguities in conclusions.

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Reliable Research Instruments

Accurate research instruments ensure reliability.

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Research Methodology Purpose

Systematically solve research problems.

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Hypothesis in Research

A supposition put forward for testing.

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Quantitative vs. Qualitative Research

Difference in data types collected.

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Qualitative Research Purpose

Gathering data via conversational methods, understanding thoughts and opinions.

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Questionnaires in Clinical Studies

Gathering uniform data from a large sample.

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Effective Questionnaire Design

Keep concise, clear and simple.

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Qualitative Research Methods

Understanding participant thoughts/opinions.

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Questionnaire Benefits

Relatively efficient, cheap way to gather data.

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Questionnaire Question Types

Mix of open-ended and close-ended questions.

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Quantitative Research Focus

Gathering numerical data for analysis.

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