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Maria has been assigned a research project but is unsure of how to begin narrowing down her topic. What should she focus on as her first step in developing a research focus?

A. Investigating
B. Questioning
C. Analyzing
D. Reflecting

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B. Questioning

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John wants to ensure that his research meets academic standards and is credible. How can he best define research?

A. A casual exploration of questions
B. Only applicable in scientific fields
C. Primarily focused on personal observations
D. A systematic investigation and analysis of information

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D. A systematic investigation and analysis of information

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After reviewing her data, Sarah is thinking about what her findings mean in relation to her original research question. Which stage of the inquiry process is she currently in?

A. Gathering information
B. Evaluating evidence
C. Considering findings and implications
D. Identifying a problem

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C. Considering findings and implications

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Mark is discussing his research approach with colleagues. They warn him about focusing on irrelevant details. Which of the following is NOT a primary goal of research?

A. Offering personal anecdotes
B. Investigating new phenomena
C. Providing conclusive evidence
D. Identifying a broad range of possible questions

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A. Offering personal anecdotes

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Emily is completing formal research for her graduate thesis. What best describes the approach she should take?

A. Lack of structure
B. Driven by personal curiosity
C. Following a structured process
D. Primarily used in informal settings

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C. Following a structured process

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A company is analyzing past product launches to predict sales for a new product based on trends. Which aspect of quantitative research is being applied here?

A. Describing
B. Predicting
C. Controlling
D. Explaining

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B. Predicting

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A hospital conducts a clinical trial to evaluate how effective a new drug is at reducing blood pressure in patients. What is the main research objective in this study?

A. Describing
B. Predicting
C. Controlling
D. Explaining

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C. Controlling

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A school is conducting a study to explore whether there is a correlation between student attendance and exam scores. What is the primary objective of this quantitative research?

A. Describing
B. Predicting
C. Controlling
D. Explaining

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D. Explaining

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A marketing firm is conducting a survey to determine how many people in a city own smartphones. Which objective of quantitative research is being illustrated?

A. Describing
B. Predicting
C. Controlling
D. Explaining

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A. Describing

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A research team is studying how different teaching methods impact student performance. Which key objective of quantitative research is being demonstrated here?

A. Describing
B. Predicting
C. Controlling
D. Explaining

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C. Controlling

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A tech startup is developing an app that predicts user behavior based on previous interactions. The team gathers extensive data on user activities to refine their algorithms. Which aspect of research is being emphasized in this case?

A. Research as a catalyst for innovation
B. Research as a tool for critical thinking
C. Research as a driver of economic growth
D. Research as a foundation for knowledge

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A. Research as a catalyst for innovation

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During a pandemic, scientists analyze data from clinical trials to assess the effectiveness of various vaccines. This research is an example of:

A. Qualitative research
B. Historical research
C. Quantitative research
D. Descriptive research

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C. Quantitative research

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A group of business students is analyzing market trends and consumer behavior to design a new product strategy. What importance of research are the students engaging with?

A. Research as a problem-solver
B. Research as a catalyst for innovation
C. Research as a driver of economic growth
D. Research as a foundation for knowledge

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B. Research as a catalyst for innovation

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An environmentalist studies the impact of pollution on local wildlife by collecting numerical data over time. The results are used to inform conservation strategies. Which aspect of research does this illustrate?

A. Research as a problem-solver
B. Research as a catalyst for innovation
C. Research as a tool for critical thinking
D. Research as a driver of economic growth

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A. Research as a problem-solver

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A university professor encourages her students to apply their critical thinking skills by analyzing recent scientific papers and discussing their relevance to real-world issues. What role of research is being highlighted?

A. Research as a problem-solver
B. Research as a tool for critical thinking
C. Research as a driver of economic growth
D. Research as a foundation for knowledge

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B. Research as a tool for critical thinking

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Maria is conducting a study that involves comparing numerical data across multiple groups. Which strength of quantitative research will be most beneficial for her study?

A. Emphasis on subjective data interpretation
B. Flexibility in adapting the research design
C. Ability to collect personal experiences in detail
D. Precision in using numerical data for statistical analysis

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D. Precision in using numerical data for statistical analysis

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Juan wants to generalize his research findings to a large population. Why is quantitative research suitable for his study?

A. It focuses on small, specific samples
B. It avoids the need for large sample sizes
C. It limits the research to numerical data only
D. It enables generalization to a broader population

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D. It enables generalization to a broader population

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Sarah worries that her quantitative research might not capture the depth of personal experiences from her participants. What weakness of quantitative research is she concerned about?

A. Lack of qualitative depth
B. Overemphasis on flexibility
C. Excessive focus on researcher bias
D. Too much reliance on subjective opinions

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A. Lack of qualitative depth

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John has gathered his statistical data but is unsure how to interpret it accurately. What should he do to avoid misinterpreting the data?

A. Use minimal knowledge of statistics
B. Seek expertise in statistical analysis
C. Prioritize qualitative data over numbers
D. Ignore unexpected findings during analysis

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B. Seek expertise in statistical analysis

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A researcher wants to explore the relationship between two variables in a large population. Which research method is most appropriate for this study?

A. Conducting narrative studies on cultural practices
B. Exploring participants’ emotions through interviews
C. Testing hypotheses using quantitative research
D. Examining complex issues through personal stories

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C. Testing hypotheses using quantitative research

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John is investigating the effect of a structured exercise routine on weight loss. He assigns participants into two groups: one follows an exercise plan, and the other does not. After three months, he compares their weight loss. What type of quantitative research is John conducting?

A. Descriptive research
B. Correlational research
C. Experimental research
D. Causal-comparative research

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C. Experimental research

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Maria is studying the impact of different study habits on student grades. She gathers data on the number of study hours from a group of students and compares it to their final exam scores. Which type of quantitative research is Maria using?

A. Causal-comparative research
B. Correlational research
C. Experimental research
D. Descriptive research

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B. Correlational research

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A company surveys 500 customers to measure overall customer satisfaction. The gathered data is summarized to understand the satisfaction levels. What type of quantitative research is this?

A. Experimental research
B. Causal-comparative research
C. Correlational research
D. Descriptive research

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B. Causal-comparative research

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A researcher wants to compare the effectiveness of a new teaching method with traditional teaching strategies. She instructs two groups of students using different methods and compares their test scores at the end of the semester. Which type of research is this?

A. Survey research
B. Correlational research
C. Causal-comparative research
D. Descriptive research

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D. Descriptive research

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David is conducting a study on the impact of sleep on cognitive performance. He controls the amount of sleep participants get and measures their problem-solving skills the next day. What type of quantitative research is this?

A. Experimental research
B. Descriptive research
C. Causal-comparative research
D. Correlational research

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A. Experimental research

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A researcher is studying the link between smoking and lung cancer by collecting data on smoking habits and cancer occurrences without manipulating any variables. Which type of quantitative research is this?

A. Descriptive research
B. Correlational research
C. Experimental research
D. Causal-comparative research

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B. Correlational research

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A researcher collects data on academic performance between public and private school students but does not manipulate any variables. What type of research is this?

A. Descriptive research
B. Correlational research
C. Experimental research
D. Causal-comparative research

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D. Causal-comparative research

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A researcher wants to understand how much screen time children spend per day across different age groups. The data is summarized to reveal the general patterns. What type of quantitative research is being conducted?

A. Descriptive research
B. Correlational research
C. Experimental research
D. Causal-comparative research

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A. Descriptive research

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Q

In a study examining the effect of caffeine intake on reaction time, the amount of caffeine consumed is what type of variable?

A. Dependent variable
B. Control variable
C. Independent variable
D. Confounding variable

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C. Independent variable

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A researcher is measuring the effect of different teaching strategies on student test scores. In this case, student test scores represent what type of variable?

A. Independent variable
B. Dependent variable
C. Control variable
D. Extraneous variable

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B. Dependent variable

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Anna is writing the title for her research paper and wants it to stand out. Why is the research title important?

A. It includes detailed findings
B. It contains all the data from the study
C. It provides the conclusion of the research
D. It grabs attention and reflects the content of the research

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D. It grabs attention and reflects the content of the research

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Which of the following titles most effectively summarizes the main idea of a study?

A. “Various Factors Affecting Students”
B. “Exploring the Role of Happiness in Life”
C. “A Study of Health and Wellness in Asia”
D. “Pag-ahon Mula sa Kahirapan: Ang Papel ng Edukasyon sa Pag-unlad ng Pamilyang Pilipino”

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D. “Pag-ahon Mula sa Kahirapan: Ang Papel ng Edukasyon sa Pag-unlad ng Pamilyang Pilipino”

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Ben wants to make his research easily searchable online. What role do keywords play in his research title?

A. They summarize the research paper.
B. They serve as the conclusion of the study
C. They replace the abstract of the research paper
D. They improve the research’s visibility in search engines

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D. They improve the research’s visibility in search engines

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Which set of keywords would be most suitable for the research title “Prevalence and Factors Associated with Obesity among Filipino Adolescents: A Community-Based Study”?

A. Study, Filipino, factors
B. Factors, study, research
C. Community, obesity, health
D. Prevalence, obesity, Filipino adolescents

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D. Prevalence, obesity, Filipino adolescents

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Anna is conducting a study on the impact of social media on adolescents. Her research question is: “How does Instagram usage affect the mental health of adolescents?” What makes this research question effective?

A. It is too broad and vague.
B. It covers a wide range of topics.
C. It doesn’t limit the population or context.
D. It is clear, focused, and specific to a particular social media platform and population.

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D. It is clear, focused, and specific to a particular social media platform and population.

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Miguel is refining his research question from “How does digital marketing affect small businesses?” to “How does social media advertising affect customer acquisition and retention for small food businesses in Metro Manila?” How did Miguel improve his research question?

A. He made the question longer.
B. He removed unnecessary details.
C. He used more complex language.
D. He focused on a specific industry, location, and aspect of digital marketing.

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D. He focused on a specific industry, location, and aspect of digital marketing.

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Carla is working on a STEM research project. Her initial research question was “What is the impact of online learning?” After refining it, the question became: “What is the correlation between students’ academic performance in online physics classes and their self-reported levels of motivation and time management?” Why is the revised research question more effective?

A. It only focuses on motivation.
B. It addresses multiple subjects instead of just one.
C. It includes a general inquiry that covers all online learning.
D. It specifies the subject, learning mode, and factors being studied.

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D. It specifies the subject, learning mode, and factors being studied.

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Sarah is conducting a study to gather information about the current status of a particular group. She wants her research question to focus on describing the prevalence of a condition without analyzing its causes. Which of the following research questions best fits Sarah’s approach?

A. What factors predict academic success in online education?
B. What is the prevalence of obesity among adolescents in urban areas?
C. How does social media usage affect students’ academic performance?
D. How does excessive screen time contribute to attention problems in children?

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B. What is the prevalence of obesity among adolescents in urban areas?

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Jane is conducting a literature review on student success in online learning. She develops a predictive research question: “What factors predict student success in online learning environments?” Why is this question considered predictive?

A. It summarizes the overall impact of online learning.
B. It seeks to understand the causes of student failure.
C. It aims to forecast outcomes based on specific variables.
D. It describes the existing student performance in online learning.

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C. It aims to forecast outcomes based on specific variables.

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Mark wants to conduct a study that aims to forecast future trends in consumer behavior based on current data. He asks, “What factors will likely influence purchasing decisions in the next five years?” Which type of research question is Mark using?

A. Descriptive
B. Analytical
C. Predictive
D. Explanatory

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C. Predictive

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