Intro to Research Quiz

What is the first step in the research process?

• Data analysis

• Research topic

• Literature Review

• Data collection

Which of the following is an example of quantitative research?

• In-depth interviews

• Questionnaires

• Counting

• Sampling

What is a research hypothesis?

• An ethical guideline for research studies

• A proven fact

• A proposed explanation for a phenomenon

• An analysis method

Which of the following is an example of a primary data collection method?

• Observing behaviors in a natural setting

• Reviewing historical records

• Analysing data from published research articles

• Conducting interviews with participants

What is the purpose of informed consent in research?

• To protect participants' rights and provide them with information about the study

• To protect participants' rights and provide them with information about the study

• To increase the generalizability of research findings

• To ensure that participants are compensated for their time

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What does "peer review" mean in the context of research articles?

• When researchers collaborate on a study and share authorship

• When research findings are shared with other scholars at conferences

• When research articles are evaluated by experts in the field before publication

• When researchers cite other studies in their literature review

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What does "reliability" refer to in research?

• The extent to which research findings can be generalized to other populations

• The consistency and stability of the research findings over time

• The ethical standards followed during the research process

• The degree to which a study accurately measures the intended variables

What is a "double-blind peer review"?

• A study involving blindfolded researchers performing magic tricks on participants

• A study where researchers wear blindfolds to conduct research

• A study that has been assessed by two anonymous experts in the field

• A study involving two blindfolded participants who have to find each other

What is the primary purpose of a research question?

• To impress other researchers with its complexity

• To provide a concise summary of the research study

• To guide the research process and focus the study

• To confuse participants during data collection