SGDP6113-W1

Which of the following is an example of knowledge gained through intuition?

• A. Reading a journal article

• B. Trusting a textbook

• C. Feeling that a student is upset without being told

• D. Conducting an experiment

What is a major limitation of using authority as a source of knowledge?

• A. It is too time-consuming

• B. It relies on outdated experiments

• C. Authorities can be incorrect or outdated

• D. It is always influenced by statistics

The idea that "boys are naturally better at math" is an example of knowledge gained through:

• A. Rationalism

• B. Tenacity

• C. Empiricism

• D. Scientific inquiry

Which method combines observation (empiricism) and logic (rationalism)?

• A. Tenacity
  

• B. Authority
  

• C. Scientific Inquiry
  

• D. Intuition

Which characteristic of science ensures it can be repeated and produce similar results?

• A. Tentative

• B. Objective

• C. Systematic

• D. Replicable

Which type of research is conducted by teachers to improve their own practice?

• A. Basic research

• B. Applied research

• C. Action research

• D. Evaluation research

What is the purpose of operational definitions in research?

• A. To collect data
  

• B. To test reliability
  

• C. To define variables in measurable terms
  

• D. To analyze theories

In research, the variable that is manipulated is called the:

• A. Dependent variable
  

• B. Independent variable
  

• C. Control variable
  

• D. Constant variable

Which term refers to the accuracy of a measurement tool in research?

• A. Reliability

• B. Validity

• C. Replication

• D. Objectivity

Which of the following is a feature of scientific knowledge being tentative?

• A. It cannot be tested
  

• B. It is based only on opinions
  

• C. It is always final and unchangeable
  

• D. It can be revised with new evidence