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Understanding Research Terminology

Authored by aubrey bravo

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10th Grade

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Understanding Research Terminology
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the definition of 'hypothesis'?

A hypothesis is a proven fact about the relationship between variables.

A hypothesis is a testable statement or prediction about the relationship between variables.

A hypothesis is an untestable theory that cannot be proven or disproven.

A hypothesis is a random guess without any basis in research.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Define 'variable' in the context of research.

A variable is a characteristic that can vary and is measured in research.

A variable is a summary of the research findings.

A variable is a type of research method used to collect data.

A variable is a fixed characteristic that does not change in research.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'data collection' refer to?

Data collection is the act of storing data only.

Data collection refers to the process of deleting information.

Data collection is the systematic process of gathering and analyzing information.

Data collection is the random selection of data without analysis.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Explain the term 'literature review'.

A literature review is a survey of existing research on a specific topic.

A literature review is a detailed analysis of a single book.

A literature review is a summary of personal opinions on a topic.

A literature review is a collection of fictional stories related to a subject.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is meant by 'qualitative research'?

Qualitative research relies solely on statistical analysis.

Qualitative research uses numerical data to measure outcomes.

Qualitative research is a method that explores human behavior and experiences through non-numerical data.

Qualitative research is focused on large-scale surveys and polls.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Define 'quantitative research'.

Qualitative research focuses on subjective experiences.

Quantitative research is based solely on personal opinions.

Quantitative research involves only case studies and interviews.

Quantitative research is a systematic investigation that focuses on quantifying relationships or phenomena using numerical data.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'sample size' indicate in a study?

The total budget allocated for the study.

The number of participants or observations in a study.

The duration of the study period.

The average age of participants in a study.

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