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WorksheetsTOPIC 1 ISC 600
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 8mins
A researcher uses the scientific method to acquire knowledge through observation, evaluation, interpretation, and theoretical explanation. This researcher is engaged in ______.
Statistics
Science
Sampling
Empiricism
The ______ refers to a set of systematic techniques used to acquire, modify, and integrate knowledge concerning observable and measurable phenomena.
hypothesis
population
scientific method
operational definition
Which of the following is not one of the six general steps to apply the scientific method?
identify a problem
select an authority figure
conduct the study
develop a research plan
Using the scientific method, we typically analyze and evaluate data in order to ______.
avoid the need to conduct a study
avoid using statistical techniques
determine whether or not to measure data
determine whether the pattern of data shows support for a research hypothesis
After identifying your topic, you should ______.
identify a testable hypothesis
collect data
ask friends and family members for their opinions on the topic
read and evaluate past research on the topic
Which type of research design is used to examine a causal relationship and involves manipulating one variable, randomly assigning participants or subjects to different levels of that manipulated variable, and measuring the effect of that manipulation on another variable?
descriptive research
correlational research
quasi-experimental research
experimental research
In order to conduct a study, you often must get approval from the ______ of your college or university.
Research Ethic Board
American Psychological Association (APA)
Psi Chi
Judicial Board
Which of the following is a variable?
Never married
Married
Divorced
Marital Status
It is a structured inquiry that utilizes acceptable scientific methodology to solve problems and creates new knowledge that is generally acceptable.
Research
Methodology
Scientific Inquiry
Generalization
Experimental research is completed in a _______________environment.
controlled
scientific
educational
It is directed toward studying “what” and how many off this “what”.
Action Research
Longitudinal Research
Explanatory Research
Descriptive Research
An exploratory study is undertaken when not much is known about _____ at hand, or no information is available on how similar problems have been solved in the past.
the situation
the characteristics
The researcher should ensure that the participants will not be adversely affected by the research and its results.
Care
Human Subjects Protection
Respect for Colleagues
Social Responsibility
The purpose of ethical guidelines are
To ensure participants are safe
To ensure participants are paid for their time
To ensure the study gets valid responses
To ensure researchers do what they like
A code of ethics is most like...
A guide for what to consider or do before carrying out research
A list of things that should be avoided
A list of steps that must be taken after research is done
A guide for what to consider or do before, during and after research
Should you undertake any research without ethical approval
yes
no
