Foundations of Research Methods Quiz

What is research primarily characterized by?

• A focus on personal opinions

• An unbiased objective attitude

• A lack of systematic procedures

• The use of informal methods

What does evidence-based practice integrate?

• Clinical expertise, patient value, and best available evidence

• Only clinical expertise and patient preferences

• Clinical judgment and anecdotal evidence

• Best available evidence and personal opinions

Which type of research aims to gain fundamental understanding without immediate practical application?

• Descriptive research

• Exploratory research

• Basic research

• Applied research

What is the main focus of qualitative research?

• Quantifying variables

• Exploring diversity and experiences

• Testing hypotheses

• Collecting numerical data

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of research?

• Systematic

• Random

• Unbiased

• Controlled

What does reliability in research refer to?

• The personal bias of the researcher

• The repeatability and accuracy of measurements

• The validity of the research findings

• The accuracy of a measurement procedure

What is the purpose of exploratory research?

• To quantify relationships

• To explore unknown areas

• To confirm existing theories

• To analyze demographic data

Which of the following paradigms is associated with qualitative research?

• Feminist

• Quantitative

• Experimental

• Positivist

What is a mixed methods approach in research?

• Using only qualitative methods

• Employing informal methods exclusively

• Combining qualitative and quantitative methods

• Focusing solely on numerical data

What does the term 'validity' ensure in a research study?

• That the study is conducted informally

• That the findings are subjective

• That correct procedures have been applied

• That the researcher has personal interest