Self-test 1

The scientific research method is:
1. simply another way of presenting ‘knowledge’
2. a logical method that people try to use to understand nature
3. a collection of facts, concepts, and ideas about nature
4. a systematic process that comprises steps scientists use to solve problems and acquire knowledge
‘Basic research’ is:
1. conducted for the purpose of applying or testing a theory to determine its usefulness in solving practical problems
2. conducted for the purpose of developing or refining a theory
3. conducted without data collection
4. a type of research that does not involve any complicated steps
‘Applied research’ is:
1. not a scientific research
2. any research conducted with the use of computers
3. conducted for the purpose of applying or testing a theory to determine its usefulness in solving practical problems
4. conducted without data collection
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of research?
1. research originates with a question or problem
2. research is cyclical
3. research is restricted to information gathering
4. research accepts certain critical assumptions

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