Question 1

In the communication process,the ____________________ is the writer of the research report.

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The answer of In the communication process,the ____________________ is the...

Question 2

When a researcher contacts a client after the client has had a chance to review the research report,this is referred to as a(n):

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A research follow-up is the most appropriate term for when a researcher contacts the client after they have reviewed the research report. This follow-up can be through email or phone call and is meant to discuss any questions or concerns the client may have about the report. The other options are not as accurate as they do not specifically describe this stage of the research process.

Question 3

The part of a research report that releases or delivers the report to the recipient is called the ____________________.

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The answer of The part of a research report that...

Question 4

The arrangement of the parts of a research report needed to create a good report is known as the ____________________.

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Question 5

In the communication process,the receiver of the research report is known as the ____________________.

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The answer of In the communication process,the receiver of the...

Question 6

The part of the body of the research report that discusses the specific objectives of the research project is known as the ____________________ section of the report.

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Question 7

The last step in the writing of the research report is to write the ____________________.

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Question 8

The findings of the study should be presented in the ____ section.

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The findings of a study should be presented in the research methodology section, which outlines the methods used to conduct the study and the results obtained from those methods. The introduction typically provides background information on the topic and sets up the research questions or hypotheses to be tested, while recommendations are usually presented in a separate section after the results have been discussed. The appendix may include supplementary material that supports the study but is not directly relevant to the findings themselves.

Question 9

In the communication process,the written report is known as the ____________________.

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Question 10

In the research report,the "suggestions for actions that should be taken" appears in which section of the report?

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The section that typically provides suggestions for actions that should be taken is the conclusions and recommendations section. This section summarizes the findings from the research and provides actionable suggestions for organizations or individuals to take in response to these findings. The other sections mentioned (title page, introduction, and body) generally do not include recommendations for action.

Question 11

In the communication process,the findings of the research report are known as the ____________________.

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The answer of In the communication process,the findings of the...

Question 12

In the typical bar chart,the ______ variable is plotted on the vertical y-axis while the ______ variable is plotted on the horizontal x-axis.

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In a typical bar chart, the dependent variable is represented on the y-axis while the independent variable is represented on the x-axis. Therefore, option C (dependent; independent) is the correct answer. Option A (independent; dependent) is incorrect because it represents the relationship the other way around. Option B (nominal; interval) and option D (ratio; ordinal) are not related to the representation of variables on a bar chart.

Question 13

In which section of the research report should comprehensive or detailed charts be placed?

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Comprehensive or detailed charts should be placed in the appendix section of the research report. This allows readers to refer to them if needed, without cluttering the body of the report.

Question 14

The part of the research report body that must explain technical procedures and findings of the research in a manner appropriate for the audience is called the ____________________ section of the report.

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Question 15

When a researcher uses pictures,tables,or charts to clarify complex points or emphasize a message in a research report,he or she is using:

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Graphic aids are visual elements used in a research report to enhance the presentation of complex data, emphasize key points, and provide a quick and easy understanding of various sections of the report. Examples of graphic aids include charts, tables, diagrams, and photographs.

Question 16

Which aspect of the research methodology section of the research report should include an explanation of whether the research was exploratory,descriptive,or causal?

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The research design is the section of the research methodology that includes an explanation of the type of research conducted (exploratory, descriptive, or causal) and how it was conducted. The sample design discusses the selection criteria for the participants, the data collection refers to the method used to collect data, and the analysis section discusses how the data was analyzed.

Question 17

An oral or written statement of the results of the research study,its strategic recommendations,and its other conclusions presented to a specific audience is known as the ____________________.

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Question 18

In a typical line graph,the ____ variable is shown on the vertical y-axis and the ____ variable is shown on the horizontal x-axis.

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In a typical line graph, the dependent variable (the variable being measured or observed) is shown on the vertical y-axis, and the independent variable (the variable being controlled or manipulated) is shown on the horizontal x-axis. This is the convention for most types of graphs and charts used in scientific research and data analysis.

Question 19

Which of the following contain the captions for the rows of a table?

Accepted Answer

Stubheads are the captions for the rows of a table, indicating what each row represents.

Question 20

In which type of chart do the slices represent a percentage of the whole?

Accepted Answer

A pie chart is the best choice for showing percentages of a whole, as each slice represents a proportion of the entire circle, making it easy to compare the sizes and proportions of each slice.

Quiz 25: Communicating Research Results: Research Report, oral Presentation, and Research Follow-Up