Research question, objective hypothesis

A research question should be:

• a) Broad and general

• b) Complicated and intricate

• c) Clear and specific

• d) Incomprehensible to non-experts

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good research question?

• a) Ambiguity

• b) Relevance

• c) Feasibility

• d) Clarity

What distinguishes a research question from a research objective?

• a) Research questions are broader in scope.

• b) Research objectives are always quantitative.

• c) Research objectives focus on practical applications.

• d) Research questions inquire while objectives state goals.

A research question that begins with "How," "What," or "Why" is typically:

• a) Focused on an ethical dilemma

• b) Based on a subjective opinion

• c) Grounded in empirical inquiry

• d) A rhetorical question

A hypothesis is best described as a:

• a) Statement of research findings

• b) Tentative answer to a research question

• c) Description of the research process

• d) Theoretical framework of a study

In a research study, what is the purpose of a null hypothesis?

• a) To predict an outcome

• b) To state a specific hypothesis

• c) To provide a basis for comparison

• d) To propose an original idea

How do research objectives differ from research questions?

• a) Objectives are broader and more general

• b) Objectives are used in qualitative studies only

• c) Objectives focus on the research process

• d) Objectives state specific goals of the study

Which of the following is a characteristic of a well-written research objective?

• a) It includes statistical analysis methods

• b) It reflects personal biases of the researcher

• c) It is written as a question

• d) It is clear, specific, and measurable

Which of the following research questions is considered open-ended? a) "What is the capital of France?" b) "Does caffeine consumption affect sleep quality?" c) "How can renewable energy sources reduce carbon emissions?" d) "Is there a relationship between age and smartphone usage?"

• a) "What is the capital of France?"

• b) "Does caffeine consumption affect sleep quality?"

• c) "How can renewable energy sources reduce carbon emissions?"

• d) "Is there a relationship between age and smartphone usage?"

In the PICO framework, what does "P" stand for?

• a) Purpose

• b) Problem

• c) Perspective

• d) Participant