Which one among the following statements is correct in context to research?a) Research refers to a series of systematic activity or activities undertaken to find out the solution to a problem.b) It is a systematic, logical and unbiased process wherein verification of hypotheses, data analysis, interpretation and formation of principles can be done.c) It is an intellectual inquiry or quest towards truth,d) It enhances knowledge.Select the correct answer from the codes given below:2 pointsa), b), c) and d)b) and c)b), c) and d)a), c) and d)

Question 1A2-1. The TCPS 2 defines research as “an undertaking intended to extend knowledge through a disciplined inquiry and/or systematic investigation”. Which of the following activities fall within this definition (select all that apply)? Professor A meets with colleagues in their department to discuss a research question of interest to them, with a view to refining the question. Professor A meets with representatives of a community to discuss conducting research within that community on the topic they discussed with their colleagues. Professor A designs a pilot study to address that research question, and gets a small group of individuals to take part in the study. Professor A revises the study based on their experience with the pilot study participants, and administers the full study to a group of 100 participants.

a. Explain with the aid of an example the steps followed in inductive reasoning [6]b. State the difference between a research method and a research methodology [2]c. Research may be classified according to purpose. List and explain any three typesofresearch according to purpose. [6]

Which of the following is NOT true about the background of research?a.It establishes the research gapb.It elaborates the information from the literature citedc.It explains how research questions were derivedd.It justifies the need to conduct the study

Determine whether the statement that follows about a research abstract is true or false:A research abstract discusses the research design and methods in detail.Group of answer choicesTrueFalse

All of the following are characteristics of research, EXCEPT:Question 4Select one:a.Research is directed toward the solution of a problem.b.Research not requires expertise.c.Research is carefully recorded and collected.d.Research demands accurate observation and description.