UNIT I – INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH FORMULATION (12 MCQs)

A research problem refers to:

• A) A solution to a question

• B) A question that a researcher wants to answer

• C) A hypothesis

• D) A theory

Which of the following is not a source of research problems?

• Literature survey

• Brainstorming

• Past experiences

• Random guessing

A good research problem must be:

• Vague and broad

• Feasible and specific

• Complex and lengthy

• Theoretical only

Criteria of a good research problem include:

• Novelty

• Researchability

• Relevance

• All of the above

The first step in the research process is:

• Data collection

• Formulating a research problem

• Literature review

• Writing report

The scope of a research problem refers to:

• Limitations and boundaries

• Background literature

Defining a research problem precisely is necessary because:

• It helps narrow down the study

• It simplifies data analysis

• It ensures plagiarism-free work

• None of the above

The necessity of defining the problem lies in:

• Avoiding irrelevant data collection

• Reducing time

• Increasing references

• Avoiding duplication

A literature review helps in:

• Rewriting others’ research

• Identifying research gaps

• Copying references

• Avoiding data analysis

Selecting a research problem depends on:

• Researcher’s interest

• Availability of data

• Feasibility and resources

• All of the above