Research in Daily Life Quiz

Which of the following best describes a systematic research approach?

• Conducting research without a structured plan

• Following a well-organized method to collect and analyze data

• Using personal opinions to form conclusions

• Randomly selecting methods without justification

A research study is considered feasible when:

• It can be completed within available resources and time

• It focuses only on theoretical concepts

• It requires an unlimited budget

• It has no constraints on time and funding

Empirical research is based on:

• Personal beliefs and assumptions

• Direct observation and experimentation

• Theoretical discussions only

• Fictional storytelling

Reliability in research means that:

• The study measures what it is intended to measure

• The study produces consistent and repeatable results

• The study is influenced by the researcher’s personal opinion

• The study findings cannot be replicated

Why is objectivity important in research?

• It ensures that research is based on personal opinions

• It prevents biases and ensures fair interpretation of results

• It allows researchers to manipulate data freely

• It encourages the use of emotions in analysis

A researcher who does not accept criticism on their study violates which ethical principle in research?

• Integrity

• Objectivity

• Openness

• Confidentiality

Which ethical principle is being violated when a researcher alters some responses before finalizing the study?

• Confidentiality – Protecting the privacy of participants’ information.

• Integrity – Maintaining honesty and accuracy in conducting and reporting research.

• Respect for Intellectual Property – Properly acknowledging sources of ideas and findings.

• Objectivity – Avoiding personal bias in data collection and analysis.

Which of the following best defines Intellectual Property in research ethics?

• The right to claim ownership of any idea, even without proof of original work.

• The legal and ethical recognition of an individual’s or group's original ideas, inventions, or creative works.

• The unrestricted use of others' work as long as it is for academic purposes.

• The ability to copy and modify existing research without giving credit to the original author.

Which of the following is NOT considered part of the theoretical framework in research?

• The key theories and models that support the study

• The explanation of how theories relate to the research problem

• A review of past studies and related literature without linking them to a theoretical basis

• The justification for selecting specific theories to guide the study

What is the primary purpose of an informed consent form in research?

• To force participants to stay in the study until it is completed

• To inform participants about the study and obtain their voluntary agreement to participate

• To collect personal information without informing participants

• To ensure researchers can use participant data without restrictions