Research in Professional Practice Quiz

What is the main purpose of research in professional practice?

• To follow routines

• To critically examine and improve practice

• To increase paperwork

• To meet funding criteria

Which of the following is an example of primary research?

• Reading academic journals

• Conducting interviews

• Reviewing census data

• Searching Google

Which type of research focuses on understanding complex social phenomena?

• Quantitative research

• Qualitative research

• Experimental research

• Statistical modelling

Which research paradigm believes that reality is objective and measurable?

• Positivism

• Interpretivism

• Constructivism

• Humanism

Which research method is most commonly used in quantitative research?

• Focus groups

• Surveys and questionnaires

• Thematic analysis

• Observational notes

Which concept refers to the accuracy and consistency of a measurement tool?

• Validity

• Reliability

• Bias

• Sampling

What does 'unbiased and objective' mean in research?

• The researcher uses intuition

• The researcher avoids personal interest and follows proper procedures

• The research is done by a robot

• The data is always numerical

What is the key feature of evidence-based practice (EBP)?

• Using outdated theories

• Combining research evidence, clinical judgment, and client preferences

• Following traditional methods only

• Ignoring client feedback

Which of the following is a feature of interpretivist research?

• Detachment of the researcher

• Researcher engagement with participants

• Use of statistics

• Focus on prediction

Which research type is more likely to use large sample sizes for generalization?

• Case study

• Action research

• Quantitative research

• Ethnographic study