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FORMULATING RESEARCH QUESTIONS

Quiz by Jean Daryl Ampong

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  • Q1
    What is a key characteristic of a good research question?
    It should be broad and vague.
    It should avoid being measurable.
    It should be only qualitative.
    It should be specific and focused.
    30s
  • Q2
    Which of the following elements is NOT important when formulating a research question?
    Clarity and precision
    Personal opinions of the researcher
    Feasibility of research
    Relevance to the field
    30s
  • Q3
    What type of research question is most appropriate for a quantitative study?
    A question based purely on observations
    A question that can be tested using statistical methods
    A question exploring personal feelings
    A hypothetical question without data
    30s
  • Q4
    What is an important first step in developing a research question?
    Choosing a random topic
    Conducting a literature review
    Formulating a hypothesis
    Drafting the conclusion
    30s
  • Q5
    Which aspect of a research question determines its scope?
    The length of the question
    The personal interest of the researcher
    The number of variables involved
    The specificity of the question
    30s
  • Q6
    What characteristic makes a research question relevant?
    It is based solely on personal interest
    It is too complex to answer
    It has been answered many times before
    It addresses a gap in existing knowledge
    30s
  • Q7
    Which type of question is likely to lead to descriptive research?
    How does one variable influence another?
    What is the relationship between two concepts?
    What are the characteristics of a specific group?
    Why does a phenomenon occur?
    30s
  • Q8
    What makes a research question feasible?
    It can be answered with available resources and time
    It sounds interesting to the researcher
    It is the most complex question possible
    It requires no data collection
    30s
  • Q9
    Why is it important to refine your research question during the research process?
    To make it longer and more complex
    To align it with your personal opinions
    To ensure it remains relevant and focused as you gather information
    To avoid having to conduct further research
    30s
  • Q10
    What should you consider when formulating a research question related to ethical issues?
    Making the question as provocative as possible
    Focusing solely on theoretical implications
    The potential impact on participants and communities
    Avoiding any mention of ethical guidelines
    30s
  • Q11

    Which best describes a good research title?

    Long and detailed

    Uses complicated words

    Clear, specific, and aligned with the topic

    Very broad

    30s
  • Q12

    What is the main purpose of the Statement of the Problem?

    To clearly identify the issue or gap the research aims to address

    To present the results

    To summarize related studies

    To explain the research design

    30s

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