Question 1

An essential part of the research process,where the researcher communicates the results of her study,is the

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The best choice is C, research report, as it is a formal document that presents the findings and analysis of the research study. It provides a detailed account of the methodology, results, and discussion, and is essential in communicating the results to a wider audience. Final speech and congratulatory party may be part of the process, but they are not the essential part of communicating the results. Report card is not appropriate as it is a grading system used in education, and not applicable to research communication.

Question 2

When a researcher uses another person's ideas or thoughts,but uses his or her own wording,this is called

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Paraphrasing involves restating an original author's ideas or thoughts using one's own words, while still retaining the meaning of the original work. It is a common practice in academic writing to avoid plagiarism.

Question 3

Dr.Mottle's research proposal contains a description of the research problem and its importance.What is she missing?

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A research proposal should not only contain a description of the research problem and its importance, but also a clear methodology that outlines the research design, data collection methods, and analysis techniques to be used. It is also important to explain why these methods are appropriate for the study. An appendix may be helpful but is not crucial. Therefore, option A is the best choice as it addresses the missing key element in Dr. Mottle's research proposal.

Question 4

Which of the following is the term for a plan to collect data,a schedule of the steps to be undertaken,and an estimated time required for each step?

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Question 5

Funding agencies typically release an announcement that they are accepting research proposals for possible funding called a what?

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A "request for proposals" (RFP) is a standard document used by funding agencies to announce that they are accepting research proposals for funding consideration. This process is typically used in government and nonprofit organizations to gather competitive proposals from potential vendors and contractors.

Question 6

When writing for the public,an author should

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When writing for the public, it's best to use plain language and concrete examples that even a layperson can understand. Technical language and citing other authors can be confusing for the general public, and eliminating pictures may make the content less engaging or informative. Therefore, providing concrete examples that cannot be misinterpreted is the best choice.

Question 7

Editing a report

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Question 8

Dr.Mottle is revising her research report,meaning that

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Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a reason why qualitative research reports are longer than quantitative research?

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This statement is not true. Quantitative researchers often have a lot of data to share, but they present it in concise tables, graphs, and statistics. Therefore, the reason why qualitative research reports tend to be longer is due to the complex nature of qualitative data and the desire to provide in-depth descriptions and analysis of the phenomena being studied.

Question 10

Three steps in the writing process include prewriting,rewriting,and what?

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The third step in the writing process is composing, which involves actually putting the ideas and information gathered during prewriting into a coherent and organized piece of writing. Rewriting then follows, which involves revising and editing the initial draft. There is no step called "integrating data," "calculating," or "data processing" in the traditional writing process.

Question 11

The purpose of a research report is to tell others what the researcher did,how it was done,and

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The purpose of a research report is to communicate the findings of the research, which includes what was discovered, along with how and where the research was conducted. The cost and reason for the research may also be included, but the primary focus is on the results and their significance.

Question 12

A scholar's audience that is interested in a detailed description of the research process is the

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Expert professionals are likely to appreciate and benefit from detailed descriptions of the research process, as they are familiar with the terminology and concepts and may have a more in-depth understanding of research methods. The other audience groups listed may not require or be able to follow such detailed descriptions.

Question 13

Research report style

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Research report style refers to the type of words, length and form of sentences, and pattern of paragraphs used. It is important for clarity and readability, but should not take precedence over the content or tone of the report.

Question 14

Prewriting means that a researcher

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Prewriting refers to the initial planning and organizing of ideas before beginning to write. It involves collecting and arranging information, creating outlines, and making notes. A file folder full of such notes, outlines, and lists is a good indication of prewriting. Therefore, option C is the correct choice for the given question.

Question 15

When paraphrasing,a researcher must

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Paraphrasing still requires giving credit to the original author by referencing, even if the wording is changed. This is an important aspect of academic integrity and avoiding plagiarism. Using quotes is not necessary unless the original wording is particularly effective or essential to the point being made. Exaggerating or changing the meaning of the original text would be unethical and inaccurate. It is important to maintain the integrity of the original work while still presenting the ideas in a new way.

Question 16

Two major ways of organizing field research reports are by chronological natural history and by

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Organizing field research reports by chronological natural history allows for a clear and structured depiction of events as they occur in a natural setting. This also allows for comparisons to be made between similar events or situations at different times. Organizing by themes, groups, or question content may be useful for analyzing data, but may not provide as clear of a narrative flow for a field research report. Context can be incorporated within a chronological natural history organization.

Question 17

An executive summary has more detail than an abstract because

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The purpose of an executive summary is to provide a condensed version of a report, for the convenience of busy practitioners and policy makers who might not have time to read the full report in detail. Therefore, option B is the correct answer. Option D is also partially correct, as readers may use the summary to determine whether they want to commit time to reading the full report. However, options A and C are not accurately reflecting the purpose of an executive summary.

Question 18

Mr.Marsh is ready to write his report on the historical-comparative study that he recently completed.He is concerned as to how to organize the report;what two ways are typical for this type of report?

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Historical-comparative studies are typically organized either by topic, where different aspects of the study are discussed, or chronologically, where events are presented in the order they occurred.

Question 19

Writing is a process

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Writing involves a series of steps, including prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing, that culminate in a final product. This process is necessary for producing clear, effective writing.

Question 20

The report conclusion

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The report conclusion should summarize the major findings and restate the research question, providing closure and giving the reader a clear understanding of the main results of the research. It is not necessary to include all the data charts again, nor is 5-10 pages necessary, as it will depend on the length and depth of the report. The conclusion is not the same as the executive summary, but they both provide an overview of the report.

Quiz 12: Writing a Research Report