Research Methods Quiz

What is the primary objective of basic research?

• Solving practical problems

• Expanding knowledge

• Improving product development

• Enhancing business processes

Which of the following is NOT a type of research?

• Quantitative Research

• Exploratory Research

• Qualitative Research

• Subjective Research

Which motivation for research is driven by the desire to contribute to society?

• Curiosity

• Problem-solving

• Career advancement

• Financial gain

Maintaining objectivity in research involves:

• Avoiding bias

• Using valid methods

• Transparency

• All of the above

A characteristic of good research is:

• Ambiguity

• Subjectivity

• Generalizability

• Inconsistency

The purpose of a literature review is to:

• Synthesize existing knowledge

• Identify gaps

• Provide context for new research

• All of the above

Which tool is used for managing references in research?

• Excel

• EndNote

• Photoshop

• PowerPoint

A literature review helps in:

• Avoiding duplication

• Supporting methodology

• Informing hypotheses

• All of the above

Formulating a research problem involves:

Which of the following is NOT a reason for conducting a literature review?

• To understand the context

• To identify gaps

• To create biased results

• To inform hypotheses