Practical Research Quiz

What is a research framework?

• A statistical analysis technique

• A type of hypothesis

• A structure illustrating the research plan

• A method for data collection

What are the two types of research frameworks?

• Theoretical and empirical

• Qualitative and quantitative

• Theoretical and conceptual

• Conceptual and operational

What is a theoretical framework?

• A framework based on personal beliefs

• A framework used for studies based on established theories

• A framework that outlines research methods

• A framework that summarizes previous research

What is a conceptual framework?

• A framework that organizes data

• A framework that outlines research objectives

• A framework that defines research methodologies

• A framework that supports the study with ideas and beliefs

What is the Input-Process-Output Model (IPO)?

• A framework for literature reviews

• A conceptual paradigm indicating inputs, processes, and outputs

• A method for hypothesis testing

• A model for statistical analysis

What is the difference between operational and conceptual definitions?

• There is no difference

• Operational definitions are based on dictionary meanings, while conceptual are based on study usage

• Operational definitions are theoretical, while conceptual are practical

• Operational definitions are used in qualitative research, while conceptual are used in quantitative research

What is a hypothesis?

• A method of data collection

• A type of research framework

• A tentative statement about variable relationships

• A proven fact

What are the types of research hypotheses?

• Simple, complex, and statistical

• All of the above

• Null, alternative, and empirical

• Simple, complex, and logical

What is a null hypothesis?

• A hypothesis that states a relationship exists

• A hypothesis that states no relationship exists

• A hypothesis that is proven true

• A hypothesis that is based on assumptions

What is an alternative hypothesis?

• A hypothesis that is irrelevant to the study

• A hypothesis that is accepted when the null is rejected

• A hypothesis that is always true

• A hypothesis that cannot be tested