Research Problem Identification Quiz

What is the primary purpose of stating a research problem?

• To identify the research participants

• To list the research methods

• To set the direction of the research

• To provide a summary of the research

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a research problem?

• It conveys a feeling of discomfort

• It requires advanced technology

• It shows a gap between theory and practice

• It is always easy to solve

What is one consideration in formulating a research problem?

• The popularity of the topic

• Support of the academic community

• The number of researchers involved

• The length of the research paper

Which strategy can help narrow down a broad research topic?

• Choosing a random subject

• Ignoring previous studies

• Selecting multiple geographic locations

• Focusing on a specific time period

What does the term 'replication' refer to in research?

• Reviewing literature

• Creating a new hypothesis

• Analyzing data from multiple sources

• Conducting a study in a different setting and time

Which of the following is a source of research problems?

• Historical documents

• Social media trends

• Community settings

• Personal opinions

What is an indicator that a research topic may be too broad?

• Receiving negative feedback

• Lacking interest in the topic

• Finding too many ideas

• Having too few ideas

Which of the following is an internal criterion for choosing a research problem?

• Availability of subjects

• Novelty of the topic

• Costs and returns

• Support from the community

What is the importance of a good research topic?

• It simplifies the research process

• It ensures publication in journals

• It guarantees funding

• It provides a clear focus for the study

Which aspect can help narrow down a research topic?

• Choosing a broader audience

• Focusing on a specific relationship

• Selecting multiple variables

• Ignoring previous research