Research gap Quiz

What is a research gap?

• An area where there is no need for research

• An area where the literature fully answers the questions

• An area where the literature does not fully answer the questions

• An area where all research agrees

What is the first step in defining a research problem?

• Conduct an experiment

• Conduct preliminary research

• Discuss with friends

• Write an article

What should be done when comparing studies?

• Ignore differences

• Compare only the data

• Pay attention to similarities and differences

• Focus only on one study

What can indicate a research gap?

• Presence of contradictions or inconsistencies

• Absence of questions

• Agreement among all researchers

• Complete understanding of the topic

How can the practical implications of existing research be determined?

• Ignore practice

• Focus only on theory

• Ignore theory

• Assess the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application

What should be considered when searching for new contexts or perspectives?

• How your field of study may intersect with other disciplines

• Only your point of view

• Focus only on local studies

• Ignore other cultures

How can you use your own questions to identify research gaps?

• Not asking questions

• Ignoring your questions

• Asking yourself questions about the shortcomings of existing research

• Focusing only on others' questions

What role do experts play in identifying research gaps?

• They always agree with you

• They do not matter

• They can suggest new areas of research

• They can only criticize

What are review articles?

• Articles that do not contain references

• Articles that are written only for students

• Articles that summarize and critique existing literature

• Articles that ignore existing literature

What is the importance of literature reviews in research?

• They provide a summary of all research

• They help identify gaps in existing research

• They are not necessary for research

• They only focus on recent studies