Key: Answer, Page, Type, Learning Objective, Level
Type
A=Applied
C=Conceptual
F=Factual
Level
(1)=Easy; (2)=Moderate; (3)=Difficult
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LO=Learning Objective
SG=Used in Study Guide
p=page
Multiple Choice Single Select
M/C Question 1
The likelihood of a successful research idea is increased when the researcher’s view
a) approximates reality.
b) incorporates technology.
Consider This: Research ideas are less likely to be successful if they are not grounded in nature. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea
c) is difficult to test.
Consider This: Research ideas are less likely to be successful if they are not grounded in nature. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea
d) is ambiguous.
Consider This: Research ideas are less likely to be successful if they are not grounded in nature. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea
ANS: a
Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea, Topic=The Research Idea, Difficulty=Easy
M/C Question 2
Research ideas that present themselves in an unpredictable manner are
a) nonsystematic.
b) systematic.
Consider This: Although the researcher is familiar with the research area, the source of these ideas gives the illusion that the idea dropped out of the sky. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea
c) untestable.
Consider This: Although the researcher is familiar with the research area, the source of these ideas gives the illusion that the idea dropped out of the sky. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea
d) unrealistic.
Consider This: Although the researcher is familiar with the research area, the source of these ideas gives the illusion that the idea dropped out of the sky. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea
ANS: a
Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea, Topic=The Research Idea, Difficulty=Easy
M/C Question 3
Research ideas that appear to come from a blind flash of genius are called
a) inspiration.
b) serendipity.
Consider This: Einstein often had ideas pop into his mind when he was sailing and not conducting research. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea
c) systematic.
Consider This: Einstein often had ideas pop into his mind when he was sailing and not conducting research. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea
d) lucky.
Consider This: Einstein often had ideas pop into his mind when he was sailing and not conducting research. LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea
ANS: a
Skill=Understand the Concepts, Objective=LO 2.1: Express the characteristics and sources of a good research idea, Topic=The Research Idea, Difficulty=Easy [Show Less]