REVIEW LESSONS 1-5 PR 2

1. Which of the following best defines a conceptual framework in research?

• a. A summary of previous research

• b. A method for analyzing

• c. A hypothesis for the research

• d. A structured explanation of progression

2. According to Peshkin (1993), a conceptual framework is linked to:

•  a. Data analysis techniques

•  b. Ideas and theories related to the study

•  c. Empirical research and important theories used

• d. Research findings

3. What is the first step in writing a conceptual framework?

•   a. Choose a hypothesis

• b. Define key terms

•   c. Write I-P-O 

•  d. Present a review of literature

4. In a conceptual framework, the connection between inputs, processes, and outputs should be:

•    a. Briefly mentioned in the introduction

•    b. Presented in a paradigm and described

•    c. Skipped if not directly related to the study

•    d. Written as hypotheses

5. A theoretical framework differs from a conceptual framework in that it:

•    a. Focuses more on testing a hypothesis

•    b. Presents the review of theories the study is based

•    c. Explores the assumptions of the researcher

• d. Explains the significance of the research findings

6. Which of the following is NOT a step in writing a theoretical framework?

•    a. Define operational terms

• b. Select two theories relevant to your research

•    c. Present the connection of precepts in a paradigm

•    d. Discuss the relevance of each theory to your research

7. What is the primary characteristic of a hypothesis?

•    a. It must always be true

• b. It cannot be disproved

•    c. It is a summary of the research literature

•    d. It is testable, measurable, and relevant to the study

8. A null hypothesis states that:

•    a. There is no relationship between variables

•    b. There is a significant relationship between variables

•    c. The research is expected to have positive outcomes

•    d. The variables are directly proportional

9. Which of the following is an example of an assumption in research?

•    a. Hypotheses based on a literature review

• b. Self-evident truths helping ascertain the validity of the study

•  c.  Independent variables affecting the outcome

•    d.  Statistical results supporting the hypothesis

10. When defining terms in research, the researcher should:

• a. Use definitions from a dictionary

•   b. Define key terms operationally

• c. Focus only on terms used in the literature review

• d. Avoid providing definitions to simplify the study