Prior to gathering data, the researcher should identify the _______________ and _________________.
A) research objective; research question
B) research results; study participants
C) research objective; study conclusions
D) research question; research results

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Before gathering data, the researcher should have a clear understanding of what they want to achieve (research objective) and what they want to investigate (research question). These two aspects will guide the data collection and analysis processes. The other options listed are important, but they are not the primary concerns when beginning a research project.

Prior to Gathering Data, the Researcher Should Identify the _______________