Question 1

What is the first step in preparing to research a topic or issue?
A)Analyze the research question and topic.
B)Identify background research questions.
C)Identify audience concerns and needs.
D)Establish the scope of the research.
E)Define research activities.

Accepted Answer

Be sure you have a good understanding of your major research question or problem as well as the assumptions it is based upon.You may need to broaden the question to find the information you need.

Question 2

When doing background research on your topic,background questions should focus on the topic's history,context,and ________.
A)technology use
B)timeliness
C)popularity
D)appeal
E)structure and categories.

Accepted Answer

The three groups of background research questions are history,context and structure,and categories.

Question 3

When conducting research for the workplace,what is the goal of the research?
A)To prepare bids for clients and customers
B)To find,organize,and analyze information to solve a problem or answer a question
C)To gain new business
D)To aid in the implementation of complex processes that affect one's ability to do the job
E)To provide subjective information to leadership regarding departmental activities

Accepted Answer

Workplace research typically starts with a specific question or problem.The goal of the research is to find,organize,and analyze information that will help answer the question or solve the problem.

Question 4

How can a researcher identify the steps to take to answer the research questions?
A)By developing a work plan
B)By analyzing the research question and topic
C)By identifying audience concerns
D)By defining the research activities
E)By establishing the limitations of the research

Accepted Answer

Research activities are the steps you will take to answer the research questions.The list of research activities then helps you identify sources for the information.Typically,sources fall into one of three categories: primary,secondary,and tertiary sources.

Question 5

When analyzing the research question and topic,it is important to ensure a good understanding of your major research question or problem,and the assumptions it is based upon.Which of the following might be required to ensure good understanding of the research question or problem?
A)Broadening the question
B)Identifying audience concerns and needs
C)Establishing scope of the research
D)Defining research activities
E)Developing a work plan

Accepted Answer

Be sure you have a good understanding of your major research question or problem as well as the assumptions it is based upon.You may need to broaden the question to find the information you need.

Question 6

Which of the following will help you track progress over time and help to ensure all deadlines are met?
A)An audience analysis
B)A work plan
C)An outline
D)Predetermined research activities
E)Identification of audience needs

Accepted Answer

The last step before beginning your research is to develop a work plan to help you track your progress over time and ensure you meet deadlines.Although you may need to modify your work plan as you discover new information,an initial plan helps you focus on the project.

Question 7

________ sources are books and articles that synthesize material from ________ sources,framing them for general readers.
A)Primary;secondary
B)Secondary;tertiary
C)Tertiary;primary
D)Primary;tertiary
E)Tertiary;secondary

Accepted Answer

Tertiary sources include encyclopedias,textbooks,online tools like Wikipedia,and the results of most standard web searches.

Question 8

Which of the following involves the use of a secondary source?
A)Talking to the entry-level employees about why the duties are not being properly executed
B)Surveying other companies that outsource the kinds of duties you are looking to outsource
C)Reading a journal article about the perceived versus actual cost effectiveness of outsourcing
D)Discussing the situation with your boss
E)Speaking to outsourcing service providers about some options

Accepted Answer

Secondary sources are the results of other people's research,found in articles,books,or research reports,usually written by the researchers themselves.

Question 9

How can conducting background research help the researcher?
A)In determining the style and format of the report
B)In identifying sources the audience will be interested in
C)In increasing understanding of the general topic
D)In looking for data that supports the researcher's position on the topic
E)In establishing a time line and budget for the project

Accepted Answer

Before doing in-depth research to explore these specific questions,you need to understand your general topic.You can conduct background research to help you understand your topic's history,context,structure,and categories.

Question 10

Which of the following questions is used for background research of your topic?
A)Who is the primary audience?
B)Who else might be affected by this problem or decision?
C)What sources will your audience expect you to consult?
D)What questions will your audience expect you to answer when you present the research?
E)When and why did my research topic first develop?

Accepted Answer

"When and why did my topic first develop?" This question is used for background research of your topic,while the other choices all address your audience and stakeholders.

Question 11

What is the advantage of doing background research before conducting research on specific information?
A)The primary and secondary audiences can be identified.
B)Areas of weakness can be identified and team members can be added to address those areas.
C)Writing the report can begin,and any other research needed will be minor.
D)Background research may help you identify which issues are most important to your audience.
E)An outline of the report or proposal can be developed.

Accepted Answer

You may not directly include the results of this background research in your final presentation or report.However,gaining a broader understanding of your topic can help you structure your research.

Question 12

Which research source is least credible and may affect how others in the organization view your level of professionalism?
A)Websites published by professional associations in the industry
B)Google
C)Newspapers
D)Research published in academic journals
E)Books by reputable authors

Accepted Answer

If you perform a quick Google search or rely on a general and non-validated source like Wikipedia,even for background information,your audience may not respect your findings.A professional audience is more likely to value your information if you use professional and highly credible sources.

Question 13

Which of the following prevents you from generalizing your finding more broadly?
A)Purpose
B)Scope
C)Limitations
D)Complexity
E)Benefits

Accepted Answer

Establishing the scope of your research also allows you to define the limitations of your research.Limitations are the characteristics of the research that prevent you from generalizing your findings more broadly.

Question 14

Which of the following refers to the range of research for a report?
A)Purpose
B)Scope
C)Evaluation
D)Complexity
E)Benefits

Accepted Answer

The scope of a research study refers to the range of your research: how broad or narrow will it be.

Question 15

In addition to addressing the needs of the primary,how can a researcher identify the secondary audience for the information being researched?
A)By asking who else may be affected by this problem or decision
B)By asking what the audience already knows
C)By determining what questions your audience expects you to answer when you present the research
D)By asking what sources the audience expects you to consult
E)By asking what the audience needs to know

Accepted Answer

Who else may be affected by this problem or decision? Here,additional stakeholders include the employees who will be affected by the integration of an LMS (or other changes to the current training practices).

Question 16

Doing background research on your topic ________.
A)is not advised for business research
B)should not include information about your topic's history
C)is vital,since you are required to include it in your final presentation
D)can help you structure your research
E)is only necessary for academic research

Accepted Answer

It is important to understand your general topic.Background research helps you understand your topic's history,context and structure,and categories.You may not directly include the results of this background research in your final presentation,but gaining a broader background understanding of your topic can help you structure your research.

Question 17

Addressing which of the following questions will impact your credibility in the organization in a meaningful way?
A)What questions will your audience expect you to answer when you present the research?
B)What does the audience already know? What do they need to know?
C)Who is the primary audience?
D)Who else may be affected by this problem or decision?
E)What sources will your audience expect you to consult?

Accepted Answer

This final question-what sources will your audience expect you to consult-is important for your credibility.A professional audience is more likely to value your information if you use professional and highly credible sources.

Question 18

What type of research is being used when gathering data from structured survey responses that are numerical in nature?
A)Qualitative
B)Secondary
C)Tertiary
D)Observational
E)Quantitative

Accepted Answer

Quantitative research gathers numerical data,such as structured survey responses to which you can assign numbers.Quantitative research allows you to classify,count,and compare data,allowing you to identify patterns.

Question 19

Synthesized material that is reframed for general readers is a ________ source of research.
A)tertiary
B)secondary
C)qualitative
D)quantitative
E)primary

Accepted Answer

Tertiary sources are books and articles that synthesize material from secondary sources,framing them for general readers.Tertiary sources include encyclopedias,textbooks,online tools like Wikipedia,and the results of most standard web searches.

Question 20

When looking for articles and business data,what resources should be utilized?
A)Basic search engines
B)Desktop search tools
C)Online indexes
D)Social media coordinator
E)Books

Accepted Answer

Use an online index or database to find articles and business data.Articles in academic journals offer another advantage: they are both written and peer reviewed by professionals in the field to ensure that articles are accurate and honest.

Quiz 8: Finding and Evaluating Business Information

What is the first step in preparing to research a topic or issue?

When doing background research on your topic,background questions should focus on the topic's history,context,and ________.

When conducting research for the workplace,what is the goal of the research?

How can a researcher identify the steps to take to answer the research questions?

When analyzing the research question and topic,it is important to ensure a good understanding of your major research question or problem,and the assumptions it is based upon.Which of the following might be required to ensure good understanding of the research question or problem?

Which of the following will help you track progress over time and help to ensure all deadlines are met?

sources are books and articles that synthesize material from sources,framing them for general readers.

Which of the following involves the use of a secondary source?

How can conducting background research help the researcher?

Which of the following questions is used for background research of your topic?

What is the advantage of doing background research before conducting research on specific information?

Which research source is least credible and may affect how others in the organization view your level of professionalism?

Which of the following prevents you from generalizing your finding more broadly?

Which of the following refers to the range of research for a report?

In addition to addressing the needs of the primary,how can a researcher identify the secondary audience for the information being researched?

Doing background research on your topic ________.

Addressing which of the following questions will impact your credibility in the organization in a meaningful way?

What type of research is being used when gathering data from structured survey responses that are numerical in nature?

Synthesized material that is reframed for general readers is a ________ source of research.

When looking for articles and business data,what resources should be utilized?