Which of the following is an example of a basic research topic?
A) ways of improving students' timeliness in turning in financial aid forms
B) evaluating how well a domestic violence shelter is meeting the needs of senior citizens who experience elder abuse
C) the effect of a school shooting on attitudes about gun control in the state following the shooting
D) the number on children being bullied in the locker rooms at the local high school

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Basic research is aimed at increasing understanding of fundamental principles and theories. The effect of a school shooting on attitudes about gun control is a broad topic that seeks to understand societal attitudes, fitting the description of basic research.

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Basic