Research 1 topic

What is the primary purpose of research?

• To promote personal opinions

• To create confusion

• To inform action and contribute to knowledge

• To entertain the public

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of research?

• Methodical

• Random

• Logical

• Empirical

What is the first step in the research process?

• Collecting data

• Identifying the problem

• Reviewing literature

• Writing the report

Why is research important in the medical field?

• To promote alternative medicine

• To increase hospital profits

• To find out which treatments work better for patients

• To reduce the number of doctors

What does a literature review help a researcher avoid?

• Finding new problems

• Duplication of previous work

• Understanding the research process

• Developing new hypotheses

What is a hypothesis?

• A proven fact

• An unproven statement that can be tested

• A conclusion drawn from data

• A type of research design

Which sampling method involves random selection?

• Convenience sampling

• Judgmental sampling

• Probability sampling

• Non-probability sampling

What is the role of research in laboratory medicine?

• To reduce the number of tests

• To limit patient care

• To support clinical decisions

• To increase costs

What is the final step in the research process?

• Processing and analyzing data

• Identifying the problem

• Collecting data

• Writing the report

What is one benefit of conducting research for students?

• Increased dependence on others

• Greater problem-solving skills

• Less understanding of their discipline

• Reduced competitiveness in job searching