Quiz 1: CS3B Research Methods

What is the primary purpose of research?

• To promote products

• To create art

• To discover new knowledge

• To entertain

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of good research?

• Systematic investigation

• Random guessing

• Generalizable knowledge

• Analytical approach

What method does research primarily use?

• Artistic Method

• Scientific Method

• Philosophical Method

• Intuitive Method

What does qualitative research focus on?

• Statistical analysis

• Human experiences

• Numerical data

• Mathematical models

What is a hypothesis?

• A final conclusion

• An informed prediction

• A random guess

• A research design

What is the role of research in innovation?

• It hinders progress

• It leads to new products and technologies

• It focuses on historical data

• It discourages creativity

What does mixed-methods research combine?

• Qualitative and quantitative methods

• Historical and experimental methods

• Theoretical and practical methods

• Observational and survey methods

What is the backbone of a research project?

• Research funding

• Research publication

• Research design

• Research team

Which of the following is a benefit of engaging in research?

• Decreased knowledge

• Increased confusion

• Limited understanding

• Enhanced critical thinking skills

What is a key aspect of the research design?

• It is irrelevant to the research

• It provides a structured approach

• It focuses only on qualitative data

• It is flexible and unstructured