CHAPTER 14 Flashcards
if Used properly, it can clarify complex points or emphasize a message. if used
improperly or sloppily, they can distract or even mislead a reader.
graphic aid
work best when
they are an integral part of the text.
graphic aid
are most useful for presenting numerical information, especially when several pieces of
information have been gathered about each item discussed.
tables
translate numerical information into visual form so that relationships may be easily
grasped. The accuracy of the numbers is reduced to gain this advantage.
charts
One of the most useful kinds of charts is this, which shows the composition of some
total quantity at a particular time
pie charts
are useful for showing the relationship of one variable to another.
line chart
(TRUE or FALSE) in line charts, the independent variable generally is shown on the vertical axis, and the dependent variable on the horizontal axis.
FALSE, baligtad
The most common independent variable for such line charts is ___, but it is by no means the only one.
time
shows changes in the value of a dependent variable (plotted on the vertical axis) at
discrete intervals of the independent variable
bar chart
A spoken summary of the major findings, conclusions, and recommendations, given to clients
or line managers to provide them with the opportunity to clarify any ambiguous issues by asking
questions.
oral presentation
(TRUE or FALSE) The purpose of an oral presentation is to highlight the most important findings of a research project and provide clients or line managers with an opportunity to know your research.
FALSE,
(maling phrase)to know your research
(tamang phrase) to ask questions
(TRUE or FALSE) The oral presentation may be as complex as a short video conference with a manager at the client organization’s location or as
formal as a report to the company board of directors.
FALSE,
(mali) complex
(tama) simple
can be as useful in an oral presentation as in a written one.
graphic and other visual aids
graphics that are useful for larger audiences.
Slides
overhead-projector acetates
on-screen computer-generated graphics
is intended to help the reader understand why your research should matter to
them after they have finished reading the paper
conclusion
(TRUE or FALSE) A conclusion is merely a summary of the main
topics covered or a re-statement of your research problem, but a synthesis of key points and, if
applicable, where you recommend new areas for future research.
FALSE,
conclusion is not a summary
(TRUE or fALSE) A well-written conclusion provides you with important opportunities to demonstrate to the
reader your understanding of the research problem.
TRUE
For smaller audiences, the researcher may put the visual aids on _____.
posters or flip charts
