Unit 5: Talking about research & unit 6: Oranizing data

What term describes the numerical data collected in research?

• qualitative data

• anecdotal evidence

• statistical analysis

• quantitative data

Which of the following is a common way to represent data visually?

• Graphs

• Charts

• Diagrams

• Tables

What is the purpose of using statistics in research?

• To collect data without any analysis.

• To ensure all research is conducted in a laboratory setting.

• To analyze and interpret data for informed decision-making.

• To present data in a visually appealing way.

Which phrase best describes a cause-and-effect relationship?

• The clock struck midnight.

• The sun made the flowers bloom.

• The wind blew the leaves off the trees.

• The rain caused the ground to be wet.

When classifying data, what is the first step?

• Analyze the data

• Collect more data

• Identify categories for classification

• Visualize the data

What is the main goal of organizing an argument in research writing?

• To present ideas clearly and logically.

• To summarize existing research without analysis.

• To present personal opinions without evidence.

• To confuse the reader with complex jargon.

Which of the following is an example of presenting evidence?

• Describing a personal experience with exercise.

• Mentioning a popular fitness trend.

• Listing benefits of exercise without evidence.

• Citing a study that shows a correlation between exercise and improved mental health.

What is the function of connecting ideas in a research paper?

• To create coherence and enhance understanding.

• To confuse the reader and obscure the main point.

• To limit the scope of the research and reduce clarity.

• To provide unrelated information and distract from the topic.

How do you effectively describe a research problem?

• A research problem is a broad topic that requires no specific focus.

• A research problem is simply a statement of what the researcher wants to study.

• A research problem is a specific issue or gap in knowledge that a study aims to address, articulated clearly and framed as a research question.

• A research problem is an opinion or belief about a subject matter.

What is the best way to summarize findings in a conclusion?

• Include personal opinions

• Provide a detailed background

• List unrelated facts

• Restate main points, highlight significance, and suggest implications.