Research Objectives and Hypothesis Quiz

What is a research objective?

• A type of hypothesis

• A statement about the expected outcome of a study

• The goal to be achieved in research

• A method of data collection

What are general objectives in research?

• Short-term goals

• Specific tasks to be completed

• Detailed methodologies

• Broad goals to be achieved

Which of the following is a characteristic of a hypothesis?

• It must be vague and broad

• It should be clear and precise

• It can be tested only once

• It should not involve variables

What type of hypothesis states that there is no relationship between variables?

• Directional hypothesis

• Null hypothesis

• Associative hypothesis

• Complex hypothesis

Which of the following is an example of a specific objective?

• To study the effects of sleep on fatigue

• To assess the hemoglobin level of pregnant women

• To identify the reasons for low clinic utilization

• To understand the relationship between diet and health

What does a directional hypothesis predict?

• The existence of a relationship without specifying its nature

• The exact nature of the relationship between variables

• No relationship between variables

• A complex interaction of multiple variables

What is the purpose of clearly defined research objectives?

• To confuse the researcher

• To guide the research process

• To limit the scope of the study

• To create complex hypotheses

Which type of hypothesis involves two or more dependent and independent variables?

• Directional hypothesis

• Simple hypothesis

• Null hypothesis

• Complex hypothesis

What is an associative hypothesis?

• It shows a relationship between two variables

• It proposes a cause and effect relationship

• It states a relationship exists without predicting its nature

• It is a negative statement about the relationship

What is the main goal of a research hypothesis?

• To collect data from participants

• To define the research methodology

• To provide a clear statement about expected outcomes

• To summarize the research findings