Methods of research m1

What is the broadest sense definition of research?

• Conducting experiments without any purpose

• Searching for information on the internet

• Gathering of data, information, and facts in a scientific way for the advancement of knowledge

• Gathering of data for personal use

Which type of research is designed to help researchers better understand certain phenomena in the world?

• Causal research

• Comparative research

• Applied research

• Fundamental research

What is the main purpose of any research undertaking according to Salkind (2003)?

• To reduce the quality of life

• To increase the burden of work

• To better the society

• To improve the judgment of individuals

Which type of research examines actions, assesses their effectiveness, and chooses a course of action based on the results?

• Classification research

• Action research

• Causal research

• Comparative research

What is the purpose of longitudinal research?

• To compare historical events or periods to identify patterns and differences

• To identify and classify individual elements of a group into larger groups or subgroups

• To track the same variables over an extended period to observe changes and developments

• To examine relationships between variables at a single point in time

Which type of research involves non-numerical data to obtain meanings and feelings involved in a situation?

• Mixed-methods research

• Quantitative research

• Qualitative research

• Experimental research

What is the main goal of policy research?

• To identify and evaluate the needs of a population

• To examine the effects of current government or social policies

• To develop and refine theoretical models to explain phenomena

• To assess the effectiveness of programs, interventions, or policies

Which type of research involves systematic counting and measurement of content elements?

• Quantitative content analysis

• Qualitative content analysis

• Historical research

• Comparative research