Question 1

In writing a research report, the textbook authors note that

Accepted Answer

A)  it is generally better to use direct quotations rather than summarize or paraphrase. 
B)  it is not necessary to cite the source unless you quote the exact words. 
C)  experienced writers often ask others to provide critical feedback. 
D)  experienced writers usually need only one or two drafts to produce a polished report. 
A)  it is generally better to use direct quotations rather than summarize or paraphrase. 
B)  it is not necessary to cite the source unless you quote the exact words. 
C)  experienced writers often ask others to provide critical feedback. 
D)  experienced writers usually need only one or two drafts to produce a polished report.

Question 2

It is not unusual for papers to be accepted by the second, third, or fourth journal to which they have been submitted.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

In citing others' work, use direct quotations sparingly-when the original words are particularly well chosen.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Usually, only sources cited in a report are included in the "References" section.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following statements is not true of the Internet?

Accepted Answer

A)  Every major agency of the U.S. government has a website. 
B)  Numerous social science datasets, such as the GSS, are available on the Internet. 
C)  Users should evaluate carefully the sources of information obtained on the Internet. 
D)  Keyword searches usually yield fewer documents or "hits" on the Internet than on electronic databases in the library. 
A)  Every major agency of the U.S. government has a website. 
B)  Numerous social science datasets, such as the GSS, are available on the Internet. 
C)  Users should evaluate carefully the sources of information obtained on the Internet. 
D)  Keyword searches usually yield fewer documents or "hits" on the Internet than on electronic databases in the library.

Question 6

Outline the steps in submitting a paper for publication. In what sense is publishing a paper, much like doing research, an iterative process?

Accepted Answer

Submitting a paper for publication invol

Question 7

The best place to begin a literature review is to search the library's online databases.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The best time to revise a paper is after taking some time away from it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

In writing a research report, the textbook recommends that you

Accepted Answer

A)  always write an abstract first, as this provides an overview of the report. 
B)  write an outline of the report that lists major headings, subtopics, and important points. 
C)  use the "Discussion" section to interpret data presented in tables and figures. 
D)  provide limited information about the background of the research when writing for a lay audience. 
A)  always write an abstract first, as this provides an overview of the report. 
B)  write an outline of the report that lists major headings, subtopics, and important points. 
C)  use the "Discussion" section to interpret data presented in tables and figures. 
D)  provide limited information about the background of the research when writing for a lay audience.

In writing a research report, the textbook authors note that

It is not unusual for papers to be accepted by the second, third, or fourth journal to which they have been submitted.

In citing others' work, use direct quotations sparingly-when the original words are particularly well chosen.

Usually, only sources cited in a report are included in the "References" section.

Which of the following statements is not true of the Internet?

Outline the steps in submitting a paper for publication. In what sense is publishing a paper, much like doing research, an iterative process?

The best place to begin a literature review is to search the library's online databases.

The best time to revise a paper is after taking some time away from it.

In writing a research report, the textbook recommends that you

Introduction

The Nature of Science

Research Ethics

Elements of Research Design

Measurement

Sampling

Experimentation

Experimental Designs

Survey Research

Survey Instrumentation

Field Research

Research Using Available Data

Multiple Methods

Data Processing and Elementary Data Analysis

Multivariate Analysis

Filters

Exam 17: Writing Research Reports

In writing a research report, the textbook authors note that

It is not unusual for papers to be accepted by the second, third, or fourth journal to which they have been submitted.

In citing others' work, use direct quotations sparingly-when the original words are particularly well chosen.

Usually, only sources cited in a report are included in the "References" section.

Which of the following statements is not true of the Internet?

Outline the steps in submitting a paper for publication. In what sense is publishing a paper, much like doing research, an iterative process?

The best place to begin a literature review is to search the library's online databases.

The best time to revise a paper is after taking some time away from it.

In writing a research report, the textbook recommends that you

Introduction

The Nature of Science

Research Ethics

Elements of Research Design

Measurement

Sampling

Experimentation

Experimental Designs

Survey Research

Survey Instrumentation

Field Research

Research Using Available Data

Multiple Methods

Data Processing and Elementary Data Analysis

Multivariate Analysis

Filters