Research Concepts Quiz

What is the primary purpose of research?

• Entertainment

• Generation of wealth

• Systematic investigation to establish facts or principles

• Promotion of products

Which of the following best describes research?

• A random collection of ideas

• Trial and error process

• A systematic and objective process of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting information

• A biased observation of events

The term 'research' is derived from which language origin?

• Latin

• Greek

• French

• German

The systematic and logical study of an issue or problem is called:

• Innovation

• Development

• Research

• Trial

Research is NOT characterized by:

• Objectivity

• Logical reasoning

• Personal bias

• Empirical evidence

Which of the following involves applying new ideas to create value?

• Research

• Innovation

• Hypothesis

• Literature review

Research is typically aimed at:

• Commercial production

• Entertainment purposes

• Discovery and interpretation of facts

• Marketing strategies

Which of these is TRUE about innovation?

• It is always based on scientific methods

• It doesn’t require creativity

• It transforms knowledge into practical applications

• It is always a part of basic research

Which is more focused on discovering new knowledge rather than applying it?

• Innovation

• Research

• Invention

• Development

Research and innovation together drive:

• Economic inflation

• Obsolescence

• Knowledge expansion and societal growth

• Price wars