Question 1

In developing a title for a research report, the researcher should

Accepted Answer

A)  avoid emotion laden words 
B)  include operational definitions of the variables 
C)  use such terms as "a comparison of" or "an investigation into" at the beginning 
D)  All of these are true. 
A)  avoid emotion laden words 
B)  include operational definitions of the variables 
C)  use such terms as "a comparison of" or "an investigation into" at the beginning 
D)  All of these are true.

Question 2

The following is a list of some of the components that are covered in a research report.Match the questions below with the component it is directed toward.
-Are all tests of hypotheses presented?

Accepted Answer

A) Statement of the problem 
B) Related literature 
C) Subjects 
D) Methods 
E) Analysis 
F)Results
G)Discussion
H)Conclusions 
A) Statement of the problem 
B) Related literature 
C) Subjects 
D) Methods 
E) Analysis 
F)Results
G)Discussion
H)Conclusions

Question 3

Which of the following would be included in the appendix of a dissertation?

Accepted Answer

A)  sampling procedure used to select subjects 
B)  copies of data-gathering instruments used in the study 
C)  item analysis for a test used in the study 
D)  b and c 
E)  a, b, and c 
A)  sampling procedure used to select subjects 
B)  copies of data-gathering instruments used in the study 
C)  item analysis for a test used in the study 
D)  b and c 
E)  a, b, and c

Question 4

Editors expect research reports in a particular format or style because the format

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A)  is a convenience to the journal's readers. 
B)  is required by the U.S.Department of Research Standards. 
C)  looks more scholarly and convincing. 
D)  saves space and eases publication. 
A)  is a convenience to the journal's readers. 
B)  is required by the U.S.Department of Research Standards. 
C)  looks more scholarly and convincing. 
D)  saves space and eases publication.

Question 5

As compared with journal articles, papers prepared for presentation at professional meetings are

Accepted Answer

A)  longer with more details of related research and study. 
B)  less likely to be geared to a particular audience. 
C)  more formal. 
D)  less formal. 
E)  b and c 
A)  longer with more details of related research and study. 
B)  less likely to be geared to a particular audience. 
C)  more formal. 
D)  less formal. 
E)  b and c

Question 6

The following is a list of some of the components that are covered in a research report.Match the questions below with the component it is directed toward.
-Are tables and figures used appropriately?

Accepted Answer

A) Statement of the problem 
B) Related literature 
C) Subjects 
D) Methods 
E) Analysis 
F)Results
G)Discussion
H)Conclusions 
A) Statement of the problem 
B) Related literature 
C) Subjects 
D) Methods 
E) Analysis 
F)Results
G)Discussion
H)Conclusions

Question 7

Indicate which of the following is true related to presentation of a research study.

Accepted Answer

A)  Because the readers of a journal represent a wide range of interests and knowledge, journal articles typically have longer introductions and literature reviews than theses. 
B)  Colleagues at presentations are generally not up-to-date on all topics, so presentations are generally more comprehensive than journal articles. 
C)  In a journal article, the results and conclusion section typically constitute a smaller proportion of the article than in a thesis. 
D)  A paper read at a professional convention is typically briefer and less formal than a journal article. 
A)  Because the readers of a journal represent a wide range of interests and knowledge, journal articles typically have longer introductions and literature reviews than theses. 
B)  Colleagues at presentations are generally not up-to-date on all topics, so presentations are generally more comprehensive than journal articles. 
C)  In a journal article, the results and conclusion section typically constitute a smaller proportion of the article than in a thesis. 
D)  A paper read at a professional convention is typically briefer and less formal than a journal article.

Question 8

The following is a list of some of the components that are covered in a research report.Match the questions below with the component it is directed toward.
-Have the variables of interest been identified?

Accepted Answer

A) Statement of the problem 
B) Related literature 
C) Subjects 
D) Methods 
E) Analysis 
F)Results
G)Discussion
H)Conclusions 
A) Statement of the problem 
B) Related literature 
C) Subjects 
D) Methods 
E) Analysis 
F)Results
G)Discussion
H)Conclusions

Question 9

The results section of a research report is different from the conclusion section of the report because the results section

Accepted Answer

A)  suggests which conclusions are statistically significant, while the conclusion section reports the outcome of the original hypotheses. 
B)  reports the outcomes of the data analysis, while the conclusion section suggests inferences based on the results. 
C)  reports the significance of the conclusions, and the conclusions are predicted outcomes of the original hypotheses. 
D)  None of these is true-the results and conclusion sections are the same. 
A)  suggests which conclusions are statistically significant, while the conclusion section reports the outcome of the original hypotheses. 
B)  reports the outcomes of the data analysis, while the conclusion section suggests inferences based on the results. 
C)  reports the significance of the conclusions, and the conclusions are predicted outcomes of the original hypotheses. 
D)  None of these is true-the results and conclusion sections are the same.

Question 10

When the results of a study conflict with previous research or with well-established theory, the researcher should

Accepted Answer

A)  go back and rewrite the hypothesis section of the report 
B)  focus on the shortcomings of the study that could have caused such a result 
C)  include a reconsideration of the original theory in the discussion section 
D)  note that the previous research and theories are probably wrong 
A)  go back and rewrite the hypothesis section of the report 
B)  focus on the shortcomings of the study that could have caused such a result 
C)  include a reconsideration of the original theory in the discussion section 
D)  note that the previous research and theories are probably wrong

Question 11

While conducting quantitative research, one should

Accepted Answer

A)  note interesting variables and build them into the study so that the results reflect the entire situation. 
B)  pay attention to the influence the independent variables have on the dependent variable and change the dependent variable if it is not sensitive enough. 
C)  stick to the original plan regardless of any problems that arise. 
D)  None of these is true. 
A)  note interesting variables and build them into the study so that the results reflect the entire situation. 
B)  pay attention to the influence the independent variables have on the dependent variable and change the dependent variable if it is not sensitive enough. 
C)  stick to the original plan regardless of any problems that arise. 
D)  None of these is true.

Question 12

Researchers found no significant relationship between color combinations in a classroom and the time on task of the students.The researchers can conclude that

Accepted Answer

A)  there is no relation between the color of a classroom and students' performance. 
B)  they did not find the appropriate color combination for the study. 
C)  their measurement of time on task may have some reliability problems. 
D)  Any of these are true. 
E)  None of these is true. 
A)  there is no relation between the color of a classroom and students' performance. 
B)  they did not find the appropriate color combination for the study. 
C)  their measurement of time on task may have some reliability problems. 
D)  Any of these are true. 
E)  None of these is true.

Question 13

Exhibit 19-1.A researcher wished to determine if there was a difference in the college aptitude examination scores of traditional and nontraditional undergraduate students.The researcher selected p = .05 as the level for rejecting the null hypothesis.The researcher obtained a mean score of 52 for nontraditional students and a mean score of 40 for the traditional students.Statistical analysis indicated that the difference in means was significant at the .05 level.
-Refer to Exhibit 19-1.The null hypothesis for this study would be

Accepted Answer

A)  nontraditional college students will score higher on a college aptitude test than will traditional college students. 
B)  traditional college students will score higher on a college aptitude test than will nontraditional college students. 
C)  the age of students will have a significant effect on their performance on a college aptitude test. 
D)  there is no significant difference in the performance of traditional and nontraditional college students on a college aptitude examination. 
A)  nontraditional college students will score higher on a college aptitude test than will traditional college students. 
B)  traditional college students will score higher on a college aptitude test than will nontraditional college students. 
C)  the age of students will have a significant effect on their performance on a college aptitude test. 
D)  there is no significant difference in the performance of traditional and nontraditional college students on a college aptitude examination.

Question 14

Suppose a friend asked you, "How do I write the discussion section of my research report?" Your answer should include how to deal with various kinds of results that might occur, how to distinguish implications and applications of the findings and any tips on writing style.

Accepted Answer

Writing the discussion section of a rese

Question 15

It is the responsibility of the researcher to

Accepted Answer

A)  assume that the study is of utmost significance to the field and report the results to as many journals as possible. 
B)  project the interpretation of results beyond that of the study's limitations so that the reader understands the practical implications of the conclusions. 
C)  itemize all the reasons why the unexpected results might have occurred. 
D)  report any validity threats that might account for achieving the expected results. 
E)  All of these are true. 
A)  assume that the study is of utmost significance to the field and report the results to as many journals as possible. 
B)  project the interpretation of results beyond that of the study's limitations so that the reader understands the practical implications of the conclusions. 
C)  itemize all the reasons why the unexpected results might have occurred. 
D)  report any validity threats that might account for achieving the expected results. 
E)  All of these are true.

Question 16

Discuss the cautions that a researcher must be aware of in interpreting expected and unexpected results in a research study.

Accepted Answer

In interpreting expected results, the re

Question 17

The ____ section in a journal article occupies a larger proportion of the article than it would in a dissertation.

Accepted Answer

A)  introduction 
B)  related literature 
C)  procedures 
D)  results 
E)  implications 
A)  introduction 
B)  related literature 
C)  procedures 
D)  results 
E)  implications

Question 18

In interpreting expected results, researchers should

Accepted Answer

A)  not make interpretations that go beyond the information. 
B)  address the limitations of the study. 
C)  report any internal validity problems that could account for the results. 
D)  All of these are true. 
E)  None of these is true. 
A)  not make interpretations that go beyond the information. 
B)  address the limitations of the study. 
C)  report any internal validity problems that could account for the results. 
D)  All of these are true. 
E)  None of these is true.

Question 19

The following is a list of some of the components that are covered in a research report.Match the questions below with the component it is directed toward.
-Are there sufficient controls for internal and external validity?

Accepted Answer

A) Statement of the problem 
B) Related literature 
C) Subjects 
D) Methods 
E) Analysis 
F)Results
G)Discussion
H)Conclusions 
A) Statement of the problem 
B) Related literature 
C) Subjects 
D) Methods 
E) Analysis 
F)Results
G)Discussion
H)Conclusions

Question 20

Exhibit 19-1.A researcher wished to determine if there was a difference in the college aptitude examination scores of traditional and nontraditional undergraduate students.The researcher selected p = .05 as the level for rejecting the null hypothesis.The researcher obtained a mean score of 52 for nontraditional students and a mean score of 40 for the traditional students.Statistical analysis indicated that the difference in means was significant at the .05 level.
-Refer to Exhibit 19-1.How would the statistical significance be interpreted?

Accepted Answer

A)  Traditional and nontraditional students are drawn from the same population in terms of college aptitude. 
B)  There are 5 chances in 100 that the two groups were drawn from different populations in terms of their college aptitude. 
C)  There are 5 chances in 100 that the two groups were drawn from the same population in terms of their college aptitude. 
D)  For every nontraditional student, there are 5 chances in 100 that she/he will score higher than a traditional student. 
A)  Traditional and nontraditional students are drawn from the same population in terms of college aptitude. 
B)  There are 5 chances in 100 that the two groups were drawn from different populations in terms of their college aptitude. 
C)  There are 5 chances in 100 that the two groups were drawn from the same population in terms of their college aptitude. 
D)  For every nontraditional student, there are 5 chances in 100 that she/he will score higher than a traditional student.

In developing a title for a research report, the researcher should

The following is a list of some of the components that are covered in a research report.Match the questions below with the component it is directed toward. -Are all tests of hypotheses presented?

Which of the following would be included in the appendix of a dissertation?

Editors expect research reports in a particular format or style because the format

As compared with journal articles, papers prepared for presentation at professional meetings are

The following is a list of some of the components that are covered in a research report.Match the questions below with the component it is directed toward. -Are tables and figures used appropriately?

Indicate which of the following is true related to presentation of a research study.

The following is a list of some of the components that are covered in a research report.Match the questions below with the component it is directed toward. -Have the variables of interest been identified?

The results section of a research report is different from the conclusion section of the report because the results section

When the results of a study conflict with previous research or with well-established theory, the researcher should

While conducting quantitative research, one should

Researchers found no significant relationship between color combinations in a classroom and the time on task of the students.The researchers can conclude that

Suppose a friend asked you, "How do I write the discussion section of my research report?" Your answer should include how to deal with various kinds of results that might occur, how to distinguish implications and applications of the findings and any tips on writing style.

It is the responsibility of the researcher to

Discuss the cautions that a researcher must be aware of in interpreting expected and unexpected results in a research study.

The ____ section in a journal article occupies a larger proportion of the article than it would in a dissertation.

In interpreting expected results, researchers should

The following is a list of some of the components that are covered in a research report.Match the questions below with the component it is directed toward. -Are there sufficient controls for internal and external validity?

The Nature of Scientific Inquiry

The Scientific Approach in Education

he Research Problem

Reviewing the Literature

The Hypothesis

Descriptive Statistics

Sampling and Inferential Statistics

Tools of Research

Validity and Reliability

Experimental Research

Experimental Research Design

Ex Post Facto Research

Correlation Research

Survey Research

Defining and Designing Qualitative Research

Types of Qualitative Research

Analyzing and Reporting Qualitative Research

Action Research

Mixed Methods Research

Guidelines for Writing Research Proposals

Filters

Exam 21: Interpreting and Reporting Results of Quantitative Research

In developing a title for a research report, the researcher should

The following is a list of some of the components that are covered in a research report.Match the questions below with the component it is directed toward. -Are all tests of hypotheses presented?

Which of the following would be included in the appendix of a dissertation?

Editors expect research reports in a particular format or style because the format

As compared with journal articles, papers prepared for presentation at professional meetings are

The following is a list of some of the components that are covered in a research report.Match the questions below with the component it is directed toward. -Are tables and figures used appropriately?

Indicate which of the following is true related to presentation of a research study.

The following is a list of some of the components that are covered in a research report.Match the questions below with the component it is directed toward. -Have the variables of interest been identified?

The results section of a research report is different from the conclusion section of the report because the results section

When the results of a study conflict with previous research or with well-established theory, the researcher should

While conducting quantitative research, one should

Researchers found no significant relationship between color combinations in a classroom and the time on task of the students.The researchers can conclude that

Suppose a friend asked you, "How do I write the discussion section of my research report?" Your answer should include how to deal with various kinds of results that might occur, how to distinguish implications and applications of the findings and any tips on writing style.

It is the responsibility of the researcher to

Discuss the cautions that a researcher must be aware of in interpreting expected and unexpected results in a research study.

The ____ section in a journal article occupies a larger proportion of the article than it would in a dissertation.

In interpreting expected results, researchers should

The following is a list of some of the components that are covered in a research report.Match the questions below with the component it is directed toward. -Are there sufficient controls for internal and external validity?

The Nature of Scientific Inquiry

The Scientific Approach in Education

he Research Problem

Reviewing the Literature

The Hypothesis

Descriptive Statistics

Sampling and Inferential Statistics

Tools of Research

Validity and Reliability

Experimental Research

Experimental Research Design

Ex Post Facto Research

Correlation Research

Survey Research

Defining and Designing Qualitative Research

Types of Qualitative Research

Analyzing and Reporting Qualitative Research

Action Research

Mixed Methods Research

Guidelines for Writing Research Proposals

Filters