Research Fundamentals Quiz

Which of the following best defines research?

• A way to prove personal opinions

• A process of collecting data haphazardly

• A systematic and scientific investigation to find answers to a problem

• A method to conduct experiments randomly

The main objective of research is to:

• Generate profit

• Develop theories or solve problems

• Increase the cost of operations

• Train employees

Which of the following is NOT a type of research?

• Applied research

• Basic research

• Casual research

• Transactional research

The motivation behind research may include:

• Financial rewards only

• Desire for fame

• Curiosity and desire to learn

• Copying others

Maintaining objectivity in research means:

• Ignoring data that doesn't support your hypothesis

• Being unbiased and neutral

• Focusing only on positive outcomes

• Supporting the sponsor's opinion

Which of the following is a key feature of good research?

• Subjectivity

• Bias

• Systematic approach

• Guesswork

Applied research is mainly concerned with:

• Theoretical knowledge only

• Understanding social issues

• Immediate practical application

• Future discoveries

In business, research is most often used for:

• Reducing salaries

• Improving decision-making

• Avoiding work

• Promoting gossip

A clear and well-defined research problem helps to:

• Waste time

• Avoid detailed analysis

• Focus the research

• Increase subjectivity

Literature review helps in:

• Duplicating previous research

• Identifying gaps in existing research

• Ignoring past findings

• Writing fiction