Which of the following best describes an essential criterion for formulating a strong research problem?

• It should be broad enough to allow multiple interpretations.

• It should be specific, researchable, and aligned with existing literature.

• It should avoid referring to prior research to maintain originality.

What is the first step in the research process?

• Data Collection

• Formulating research hypothesis

• Identifying a research problem

A well-formulated problem statement should include which key component?

• A detailed explanation of the methodology used in the study.

• A justification of why the problem is significant and relevant.

• A discussion of the expected outcomes before data collection.

Which of the following would weaken a problem statement?

• Presenting statistical data that supports the problem’s significance.

• Highlighting contradictions in previous research.

• Relying solely on anecdotal evidence without empirical support.

Which of the following best describes the relationship between research questions and objectives?

• Objectives should be broader than research questions

• Objectives define what the study aims to achieve, while research questions guide how to achieve it.

• Research questions replace the need for objectives in a study.

A well-structured research question should NOT:

• Be too broad or vague.

• Address gaps in the literature.

• Be answerable using empirical data.

Which of the following is an example of a well-formulated research objective?

• To explore why students struggle with time management.

• To analyze the relationship between time management skills and academic performance among university students.

• To prove that students who manage time well achieve better grades.

What does the "IMRD" structure in an abstract stand for?

• Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion

• Implications, Methods, Results, Development

• Introduction, Methods, Review, Data

What is the primary purpose of the methods section in an abstract?

• To outline the research design, participants, and data collection techniques.

• To provide a critical review of related studies.

• To summarize the theoretical framework used.

Which type of source would be most suitable for supporting a research study with historical data?

• A tertiary source such as an encyclopedia

• A primary source such as original government records

• A magazine article with editorial opinions