Research Fundamentals Quiz Form
Test your knowledge of basic research concepts with this brief quiz. Please answer all questions to the best of your ability.
What is the first step in the scientific research process?
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Formulating a hypothesis
Collecting data
Identifying a research problem
Analyzing results
Which of the following best defines a 'literature review'?
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A summary of all published books
An evaluation of previous research relevant to a topic
A list of references at the end of a paper
A method for collecting primary data
Select all types of research methods.
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Qualitative
Quantitative
Mixed methods
Experimental
What is a hypothesis?
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A proven fact
An educated guess that can be tested
A variable in an experiment
A review of literature
Which of the following is an example of primary data?
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Survey responses collected by the researcher
A published journal article
A textbook summary
A meta-analysis
What is the main purpose of an abstract in a research paper?
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To introduce the author
To summarize the research and findings
To list references
To describe future research
Which section of a research paper typically explains how the study was conducted?
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Introduction
Methodology
Results
Discussion
Name one ethical principle important in research.
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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative research? (Briefly explain)
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Which of the following best describes a variable in research?
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A factor that can change or be changed
A fixed constant
A research method
A literature source
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