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Question 1

Which of the following represents a complete report of your findings that follow a basic structure?

a. reporting results

b. qualitative research

c. quantitative research

d. literature review

Question 2

The _______ is the first thing usually discussed in the findings section of the research results.

a. hypothesis

b. secondary data

c. literature review

d. demographics

Question 3

All of the following are true about the recommendations section of the report EXCEPT that ______.

a. it provides information about future studies

b. it is a forward-thinking process about the future of research on the topic

c. there are several types of recommendations

d. this section does not really help researchers

Question 4

The ______ section of the research report intertwines everything and may be considered the most creative section.

a. demographics

b. visual display

c. discussion

d. recommendations

Question 5

Which of the following reasons does NOT indicate a recommendation for using tables and figures in reporting findings?

a. Tables can depict the theoretical background, hypotheses, and/or a theoretical concept.

b. Tables allow a visual presentation of detailed data.

c. Tables can showcase large amounts of information simultaneously.

d. All these answer choices indicate such a recommendation.

Question 6

The null hypothesis states that ______.

a. the relationship between variables is different than predicted

b. there is no relationship between variables

c. the relationship between variables is spurious

d. the relationship between variables is true

Question 7

Professor Brainard wants to add some sensationalism to his research findings and decides to tweak his findings slightly. By doing this, all of the following will occur EXCEPT ______.

a. the results from the study will be misrepresented

b. inaccurate relationships between constructs may occur and misguide the scientific community

c. the rights of an entire community may be violated

d. the research findings will still be valid and reliable

Question 8

The best way to start off a presentation is to ______.

a. state statistics and facts

b. tell a story

c. ask a question

d. state a relevant quote

Question 9

A larger sample size results in a study with which of the following?

a. stronger validity and reliability

b. more work and money

c. weaker effectiveness

d. stronger effectiveness

Question 10

When a researcher deliberately and painstakingly makes every effort to keep the identity of his research participants from social media, movies, or even a presentation, the researcher may be described as being ______.

a. principled

b. irreproachable

c. extremely moral

d. ethically considerate