PRACTICAL RESEARCH 1

Which of the following best describes the primary goal of practical research? Question

• To develop abstract theories.
• To solve real-world problems.
• To analyze historical events.
• To explore philosophical concepts.

A researcher wants to improve the efficiency of a local hospital's patient intake process. What type of research is most appropriate?

• Basic research.
• Applied research.
• Theoretical research.
• Experimental research in a controlled lab setting.

Which research design is commonly used in practical research to understand experiences and perspectives of participants?

• Experimental design.
• Correlational design.
• Qualitative design.
• Survey design with only quantitative questions.

A school principal wants to assess the effectiveness of a new after-school tutoring program. Which data collection method would be most suitable for this practical research context?

• Conducting a meta-analysis of existing literature.
• Performing a complex statistical modeling of theoretical constructs.
• Administering surveys, conducting interviews, and analyzing student performance records.
• Purely relying on historical documents.

In practical research, "action research" is characterized by:

• A focus on developing fundamental scientific principles.
• A cyclical process of planning, acting, observing, and reflecting.
• A strict adherence to laboratory-based experimentation.
• An emphasis on purely theoretical analysis