Quiz on Research Problems and Guidelines

What is the first element that a research problem must possess?

• The place or locale of the research

• The period of the study

• The population from whom data are collected

• The aim or purpose of the problem

Which of the following is NOT a guideline in the selection of a research problem?

• It must be within the interest of the researcher

• It must be chosen by the researcher himself

• It must be a popular topic

• It must be researchable and manageable

What does it mean for a research problem to be significant?

• It must be broad and vague

• It must contribute to national development goals

• It must require minimal resources

• It must be easy to conduct

Which of the following is a guideline for writing a research title?

• It should be as long as possible

• It must contain the subject matter and locale

• It must be written in lowercase

• It should include the researcher's name

What is the purpose of formulating specific questions in research?

• To avoid data collection

• To confuse the researcher

• To ensure clarity and focus in the study

• To make the research longer

What type of hypothesis is stated in a negative form?

• Comparative hypothesis

• Alternative hypothesis

• Null hypothesis

• Descriptive hypothesis

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

• What is the teaching of economics?

• Why is economics important?

• What are the theories of economics?

• How effective are the methods used in teaching economics?

What should the scope of a research study refer to?

• The personal opinions of the researcher

• The funding sources for the research

• What will be covered by the investigation

• The limitations of the study

Which of the following is a limitation in research?

• The availability of data

• The researcher's interest

• The research topic's relevance

• The researcher's expertise

What is the significance of having a return for the researcher?

• To gain recognition and satisfaction

• To ensure the research is funded

• To make the research more complex

• To avoid ethical considerations