Module 1 and 2 Quiz

What is the best definition of research?

• A creative essay on a subject

• An informal method to find facts

• A systematic and scientific investigation

• A casual observation of phenomena

According to Creswell, research is primarily aimed at:

• Generating income

• Increasing understanding of a phenomenon

• Solving political issues

• Promoting cultural events

Which of the following is not a primary objective of research?

• To describe phenomena

• To create advertising campaigns

• To predict future outcomes

• To explain relationships

Research that aims to identify new business opportunities serves which purpose?

• Control variable assessment

• Stakeholder criticism

• Business expansion planning

• Data mining

Which of the following is true about the deductive research approach?

• It develops theory after observing data

• It starts with data collection without assumptions

• It tests a theory through observation and data

• It uses only qualitative data

In which approach does a researcher first observe patterns and then formulate a theory?

• Deductive

• Predictive

• Inductive

• Experimental

Which of the following is not a characteristic of good research?

• Systematic and logical reasoning

• Based on assumptions without data

• Ethical conduct

• Accuracy and analytical reasoning

A study focusing on expanding knowledge without immediate practical use is:

• Applied Research

• Case Study Research

• Basic (Pure) Research

• Experimental Research

Which type of research focuses on solving real-life problems?

• Pure research

• Theoretical research

• Applied research

• Exploratory research

Studying a patient's response to a new drug through controlled trials is an example of:

• Case study research

• Descriptive research

• Experimental research

• Exploratory research