Question 1

Non-applied research is most commonly used by public and nonprofit managers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Think of a research project you are familiar with, either personally or through a publication such as a newspaper or journal. What are some of the ethical considerations important in that research?

Accepted Answer

One research project that I am familiar with is a study on the effects of a new medication for a specific medical condition. Some of the ethical considerations important in this research include obtaining informed consent from participants, ensuring their privacy and confidentiality, minimizing any potential harm or discomfort to participants, and disclosing any potential conflicts of interest. Additionally, it is important to consider the equitable selection of participants and to ensure that the research is conducted in a transparent and accountable manner. Finally, the results of the research should be reported accurately and honestly, without any manipulation or bias. These ethical considerations are crucial in ensuring the integrity and validity of the research, as well as the well-being of the participants involved.

Question 3

In the case presented about Jim, his research will likely have an impact on _______________.

Accepted Answer

A)  cultural competency 
B)  the hiring of volunteers 
C)  retaining existing volunteers 
D)  resource allocation 
A)  cultural competency 
B)  the hiring of volunteers 
C)  retaining existing volunteers 
D)  resource allocation D

Question 4

_______________ is an important component of leadership skills.

Accepted Answer

A)  Poor character 
B)  Low accountability 
C)  Research skill 
D)  Lack of Focus and Follow-Through 
A)  Poor character 
B)  Low accountability 
C)  Research skill 
D)  Lack of Focus and Follow-Through

Question 5

Research skills will not help you in identifying problem areas, only to examine those already identified.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Statistics is one of many tools that make research effective.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The public nature of research contributes to the concern for ethical behavior in performing research.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The research in the cases of Jim, Emily and Mary is led by ____________________.

Accepted Answer

A)  professional researchers 
B)  academics 
C)  practitioners 
D)  laboratory researchers 
A)  professional researchers 
B)  academics 
C)  practitioners 
D)  laboratory researchers

Question 9

Research is limited to professors in academia and scientists in a laboratory.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Research skills help you _____________ in order to gain political or social support outside of your organization.

Accepted Answer

A)  allocate funds 
B)  advocate 
C)  develop problem solving skills 
D)  construct a solution 
A)  allocate funds 
B)  advocate 
C)  develop problem solving skills 
D)  construct a solution

Question 11

A literature review is useful for what?

Accepted Answer

A)  Determining the outcome of the research project. 
B)  Compiling evidence that supports or influences the current line of research. 
C)  Only research done in the lab 
D)  Comparing between two groups after collecting data. 
A)  Determining the outcome of the research project. 
B)  Compiling evidence that supports or influences the current line of research. 
C)  Only research done in the lab 
D)  Comparing between two groups after collecting data.

Question 12

It is acceptable for researchers to be biased as long as they provide a statement of disclosure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

In Emily's case, her research is aimed at assessing and enhancing the level of ______________ in the city.

Accepted Answer

A)  diversity 
B)  cultural competency 
C)  communication 
D)  activity 
A)  diversity 
B)  cultural competency 
C)  communication 
D)  activity

Question 14

Leadership is partially based on social judgment skills.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A research approach that integrates the components of research is considered to be ______________?

Accepted Answer

A)  confounded 
B)  aligned 
C)  quantitative 
D)  qualitative 
A)  confounded 
B)  aligned 
C)  quantitative 
D)  qualitative

Question 16

Research skills help you allocate resources more effectively by _____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of different options 
B)  duplicating efforts 
C)  making decisions based on instinct 
D)  assuring transparency 
A)  highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of different options 
B)  duplicating efforts 
C)  making decisions based on instinct 
D)  assuring transparency

Question 17

Managers typically use a needs assessment for _______________.

Accepted Answer

A)  researching turnover patterns 
B)  strategic planning 
C)  making hiring and firing decisions 
D)  giving employees more information on their clientele 
A)  researching turnover patterns 
B)  strategic planning 
C)  making hiring and firing decisions 
D)  giving employees more information on their clientele

Question 18

The elements of research are common features of _______________.

Accepted Answer

A)  society 
B)  group decision making 
C)  group cohesiveness 
D)  a literature review 
A)  society 
B)  group decision making 
C)  group cohesiveness 
D)  a literature review

Question 19

Why are research skills such an important component in leadership?

Accepted Answer

Research skills are an important compone

Question 20

Reviewing and assessing past articles and reports that document past research projects is known as a ______________.

Accepted Answer

A)  research question formation 
B)  data analysis 
C)  literature review 
D)  generating a research objective
True/False 
A)  research question formation 
B)  data analysis 
C)  literature review 
D)  generating a research objective
True/False

Non-applied research is most commonly used by public and nonprofit managers.

Think of a research project you are familiar with, either personally or through a publication such as a newspaper or journal. What are some of the ethical considerations important in that research?

In the case presented about Jim, his research will likely have an impact on _______________.

_______________ is an important component of leadership skills.

Research skills will not help you in identifying problem areas, only to examine those already identified.

Statistics is one of many tools that make research effective.

The public nature of research contributes to the concern for ethical behavior in performing research.

The research in the cases of Jim, Emily and Mary is led by ____________________.

Research is limited to professors in academia and scientists in a laboratory.

Research skills help you _____________ in order to gain political or social support outside of your organization.

A literature review is useful for what?

It is acceptable for researchers to be biased as long as they provide a statement of disclosure.

In Emily's case, her research is aimed at assessing and enhancing the level of ______________ in the city.

Leadership is partially based on social judgment skills.

A research approach that integrates the components of research is considered to be ______________?

Research skills help you allocate resources more effectively by _____________.

Managers typically use a needs assessment for _______________.

The elements of research are common features of _______________.

Why are research skills such an important component in leadership?

Reviewing and assessing past articles and reports that document past research projects is known as a ______________.

Research Alignment

Identifying the Focus of the Research

Research Design

Sample Selection

Data Collection

Quantitative Data Preparation and Descriptive Statistics

Hypothesis Testing and Statistical Significance

Comparing Means Between Two Groups

Comparing Means of More Than Two Groups

Bivariate Correlation

Chi-Square Analysis

Regression Analysis

Qualitative Data Analysis

Writing Reports

Using Research Methods for Continuous Improvement

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Exam 1: When a Practitioner Becomes a Researcher

Non-applied research is most commonly used by public and nonprofit managers.

Think of a research project you are familiar with, either personally or through a publication such as a newspaper or journal. What are some of the ethical considerations important in that research?

In the case presented about Jim, his research will likely have an impact on _______________.

_______________ is an important component of leadership skills.

Research skills will not help you in identifying problem areas, only to examine those already identified.

Statistics is one of many tools that make research effective.

The public nature of research contributes to the concern for ethical behavior in performing research.

The research in the cases of Jim, Emily and Mary is led by ____________________.

Research is limited to professors in academia and scientists in a laboratory.

Research skills help you _____________ in order to gain political or social support outside of your organization.

A literature review is useful for what?

It is acceptable for researchers to be biased as long as they provide a statement of disclosure.

In Emily's case, her research is aimed at assessing and enhancing the level of ______________ in the city.

Leadership is partially based on social judgment skills.

A research approach that integrates the components of research is considered to be ______________?

Research skills help you allocate resources more effectively by _____________.

Managers typically use a needs assessment for _______________.

The elements of research are common features of _______________.

Why are research skills such an important component in leadership?

Reviewing and assessing past articles and reports that document past research projects is known as a ______________.

Research Alignment

Identifying the Focus of the Research

Research Design

Sample Selection

Data Collection

Quantitative Data Preparation and Descriptive Statistics

Hypothesis Testing and Statistical Significance

Comparing Means Between Two Groups

Comparing Means of More Than Two Groups

Bivariate Correlation

Chi-Square Analysis

Regression Analysis

Qualitative Data Analysis

Writing Reports

Using Research Methods for Continuous Improvement

Filters