Which of the following is an example of using a formal research method?
A)Hank talks with his boss to decide what items to include on the meeting agenda.
B)Amy conducts a Web search to find information about a competitor's products.
C)Galen looks in the company files for copies of minutes from previous meetings.
D)Emily calls a few of her colleagues to learn how they feel about carpooling.

Question

Which of the following is an example of using a formal research method? 
A)Hank talks with his boss to decide what items to include on the meeting agenda.
B)Amy conducts a Web search to find information about a competitor's products.
C)Galen looks in the company files for copies of minutes from previous meetings.
D)Emily calls a few of her colleagues to learn how they feel about carpooling.

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Conducting a web search to find information is an example of a formal research method, as it involves gathering information systematically and using evidence-based sources. The other options involve informal information gathering methods, such as talking to colleagues or looking in company files.

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