Question 1

An evaluation report is usually more ________,whereas a research report is usually more ________.

Accepted Answer

Evaluation reports tend to focus on practical applications and implications of findings, while research reports often delve into theoretical frameworks and concepts, making them more theoretical in nature.

Question 2

How do qualitative and quantitative researchers write up their research projects?

Accepted Answer

Both qualitative and quantitative researchers write research reports. While there may be some differences in the style and format of the reports, both types of research employ comprehensive write-ups to communicate their findings. Option A is incorrect because both types of research typically include an abstract. Option C is incorrect because the length of the report title is not necessarily related to whether the research is qualitative or quantitative. Option D is incorrect because the structure of the abstract may differ for each study, regardless of whether it is qualitative or quantitative.

Question 3

Dr.Machi writes an abstract as part of his research report.The purpose of the abstract is to

Accepted Answer

The purpose of an abstract is to provide a brief summary of the research report, highlighting the main objectives, methods, and findings of the study.

Question 4

A factory owner wants to know whether the assembly line workers feel adequately rewarded and appreciated.He hires a social scientist to conduct

Accepted Answer

Evaluation research is the best choice for this scenario as it involves assessing the effectiveness of a program or policy, which is exactly what the factory owner wants to achieve by evaluating whether the workers feel adequately rewarded and appreciated. The other choices (A, B, D) do not fit the context and objectives of the scenario.

Question 5

Both structured abstracts and unstructured abstracts

Accepted Answer

Both structured and unstructured abstracts summarize the entire research report, providing an overview of the purpose, methods, findings, and implications of the research. They are used with both quantitative and qualitative research, and do not necessarily explain the hypothesis in simple terms.

Question 6

Among professional social scientists,what is the MOST common form of research report?

Accepted Answer

A peer-reviewed article in a refereed journal is the most common form of research report among professional social scientists. This is because publication in a peer-reviewed journal is considered the gold standard of academic research dissemination and is valued highly by the academic community. It involves rigorous review by experts in the field before publication, ensuring quality and accuracy of the research. Posters at professional conferences and abstracts are also commonly used, but not as frequently as peer-reviewed articles. An amicus brief is a legal document submitted to a court by non-parties to provide additional information and perspective on a case, and is not a form of research report.

Question 7

Sari reads a research report by Dr.Williams,a study that uses interviews to investigate stress in correctional officers.Sari wants to explore the replicability of Dr.Williams's study,so she

Accepted Answer

Reproducing Dr.Williams's study with the same methodology, but in a different city, would be the best way for Sari to explore the replicability of the study. This would allow her to see if the findings are consistent when the study is conducted in a different location. Using a survey or contacting Dr.Williams's participants would not necessarily address the issue of replicability, and reading the sources cited in Dr. Williams's literature review would not provide direct evidence of replicability.

Question 8

Thomas writes a research report about his fieldwork with foster-care families.His research was about the families themselves,but he develops views and opinions about how policy in this area could improve.He

Accepted Answer

Including policy recommendations in the discussion section of a research report is the appropriate way to present views and opinions derived from the research results. It is important to separate objective findings from subjective opinions, but policy implications are commonly discussed in research reports. Choice A is incorrect because it is not necessary to exclude policy implications in the discussion section. Choice B is incorrect because changing the research question and interpreting data to match it can compromise the validity of the study. Choice D is incorrect because adding literature that supports subjective opinions can also compromise the validity of the study.

Question 9

One feature of a poster that is distinctive,not present in a written research report,is that a poster

Accepted Answer

Posters facilitate direct, two-way communication between the presenter and the audience, allowing for immediate questions, answers, and discussion, which is not a feature of a written research report.

Question 10

Which question would MOST likely be used as the basis for evaluation research?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation research is used to assess the effectiveness of a particular program, policy or intervention. Option B is the only question that fits this description as it focuses on determining the impact of housing subsidies on overcrowding. Option A is a question that could be used in peer review, not necessarily evaluation research. Options C and D are more general questions aimed at conducting a literature review or exploring individuals' experiences, respectively, but do not fit the criteria for evaluation research.

Question 11

Horace is studying how chronic pain affects people's work lives.He has collected a massive amount of scholarly literature related to his topic.He read some of it and plans to read more later.He used some of it in his study,while other parts will be useful in a future,related study.What belongs in the bibliography of his study about chronic pain and work lives?

Accepted Answer

The bibliography should only include the sources that were actually cited in the research report. This way, readers can easily locate the sources that were referred to in the study. Including every source in the collection or only the sources that support the hypothesis would not accurately reflect the sources used in the study.

Question 12

Anneli plans a study of surgeons' willingness to report their own eye health problems (problems that threaten their ability to continue working).She starts with a pilot study,which

Accepted Answer

A pilot study is a small-scale test run of a research project, and it involves surveying a small number of participants. In this case, Anneli plans to survey surgeons about their willingness to report their own eye health problems. Therefore, a small-scale test run with a group of surgeons would help to test the methodology before conducting a larger study. Option A is incorrect because surveying optometrists about their views of surgeons is not related to Anneli's research question. Option B is incorrect because testing the methodology on a different topic and population would not provide useful information for the current study. Option D is incorrect because a pilot study is meant to be focused and narrow, not broad.

Question 13

In a research study,which of the following steps typically occurs first?

Accepted Answer

The first step in a research study is typically to conduct a literature review to thoroughly understand the existing knowledge on the topic and to identify gaps in the research. This provides the foundation and rationale for the study design and research questions. Analyzing data, writing up results, and submitting a paper for publication all come after the research study has been conducted.

Question 14

A research report is different from an essay,argument paper,or newspaper article because it must

Accepted Answer

A research report must report original research, while an essay, argument paper, or newspaper article may simply provide an analysis or commentary on existing information. It does not necessarily need to include a hypothesis, be written by a scholar with a PhD, or be in monograph or book form.

Question 15

When scholars present their work orally at professional conferences,they typically

Accepted Answer

When scholars present their work orally at professional conferences, they often focus more on methods and results because these sections typically contain the core contributions of the research, which is what the audience is most interested in. This approach allows the presenter to highlight the novelty and significance of their work.

Question 16

Why would a sociologist classify this as a structured abstract? It

Accepted Answer

A structured abstract is one that is divided into clear sections with headers, enabling readers to quickly and easily locate specific information. The fact that this abstract is divided into sections with headers makes it a good example of a structured abstract. The other options (peer-review, author qualifications, and writing quality) are not necessarily related to whether an abstract is structured or not.

Question 17

Lucinda completes her study of people's attitudes toward affirmative action,but while analyzing the data,she realizes she should have reworded certain questions in her survey.What should Lucinda do with this insight?

Accepted Answer

Lucinda should include this limitation in the discussion section of her study. This shows that she is acknowledging the limitations of her research and is being transparent about it. It also allows the reader to understand potential weaknesses in her study and interpret the results accordingly. It is important to be honest and upfront about limitations in research, as it demonstrates integrity and strengthens the credibility of the research.

Question 18

A bibliography may also be called a(n)

Accepted Answer

A bibliography is often referred to as a works cited page. It is a list of sources used in a research paper or project.

Question 19

What type of abstract is this?

Accepted Answer

The provided code format does not provide any information about the type or content of the abstract. Therefore, it can be assumed that it is unstructured, which means it lacks a specific format or guideline. However, it is not enough to determine if the abstract is peer-reviewed, structured, or scientific.

Question 20

With respect to method,a research report describes ________,whereas a research proposal describes ________.

Accepted Answer

A research report presents the methods that were actually used in the research, while a research proposal outlines the methods that the researcher intends to use in the proposed study.

Quiz 17: Communicating Social Science Research Findings

An evaluation report is usually more ,whereas a research report is usually more .