Question 1

Once a manuscript is accepted by a journal, it is directly allowed to go for publication.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

The method section in a research report should ideally include a:

Accepted Answer

A)  summary of the findings in the context of prior research and theory. 
B)  description of the hypotheses, results, and conclusions. 
C)  description of the theoretical or conceptual rationale to clarify the purpose of the research report. 
D)  summary of the participants, materials, procedures, and design used to conduct the study. 
A)  summary of the findings in the context of prior research and theory. 
B)  description of the hypotheses, results, and conclusions. 
C)  description of the theoretical or conceptual rationale to clarify the purpose of the research report. 
D)  summary of the participants, materials, procedures, and design used to conduct the study. D

Question 3

According to Rockquemore and Laszloffy (2008), technical errors, external realities, and psychological obstacles are the three common challenges to writing faced by authors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

The discussion section in a research report includes a summary of the findings of the study in the context of prior research and theory, an overview of study limitations, future directions, and implications.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The length of the results section for qualitative manuscripts is generally greater than that for quantitative manuscripts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Rockquemore and Laszloffy (2008) classified technical errors as one of the common challenges faced by authors while writing. These errors encompass:

Accepted Answer

A)  the situational or environmental factors that are outside the authors' control. 
B)  the struggles the authors face because they lack specific skill or technique. 
C)  the crisis of legitimacy the authors find themselves in because of their positional incongruities. 
D)  the troubles that arise due to the unrealistically high expectations of the authors. 
A)  the situational or environmental factors that are outside the authors' control. 
B)  the struggles the authors face because they lack specific skill or technique. 
C)  the crisis of legitimacy the authors find themselves in because of their positional incongruities. 
D)  the troubles that arise due to the unrealistically high expectations of the authors.

Question 7

According to Cvetokovich, which of the following is a type of writer's block among academics?

Accepted Answer

A)  Industrial 
B)  Practical 
C)  Political 
D)  Rational 
A)  Industrial 
B)  Practical 
C)  Political 
D)  Rational

Question 8

The _____ of a research report should ideally make the report accessible to readers and offers a stand-alone explanation of the manuscript in 10 to 12 words.

Accepted Answer

A)  method 
B)  abstract 
C)  title 
D)  introduction 
A)  method 
B)  abstract 
C)  title 
D)  introduction

Question 9

In the introduction of a research report, the term "literature review" is deliberately avoided because it implies a synopsis of one study after another, along with considerable integration and synthesis of the findings.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The abstract section of a research report includes a(n):

Accepted Answer

A)  summary of the findings in the context of prior research and theory. 
B)  overview of study limitations, future directions, and implications. 
C)  description of the hypotheses, method, results, and conclusions in 100-150 words. 
D)  complete list of all sources cited in the text. 
A)  summary of the findings in the context of prior research and theory. 
B)  overview of study limitations, future directions, and implications. 
C)  description of the hypotheses, method, results, and conclusions in 100-150 words. 
D)  complete list of all sources cited in the text.

Question 11

Which of the following is the common focus that holds together all the components of a research report?

Accepted Answer

A)  Research questions 
B)  Research outcomes 
C)  Research design 
D)  Research measures 
A)  Research questions 
B)  Research outcomes 
C)  Research design 
D)  Research measures

Question 12

In order to make the abstract of a research report self-contained, it is important to include all relevant abbreviations and acronyms in it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Research reports require more detail than dissertations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The introduction section of a research study includes an overview of study limitations, future directions, and implications.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

While writing a psychological assessment report, a researcher must consider up-to-date information about the assessment instruments and their applications to the clients.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following should be followed while writing a research report?

Accepted Answer

A)  Avoid discussing the ramifications of the study's limitations. 
B)  It is not necessary to explain all iterations. 
C)  Avoid pointing out differences of opinion among researchers. 
D)  It is not necessary to explain unique and technical terms in much detail. 
A)  Avoid discussing the ramifications of the study's limitations. 
B)  It is not necessary to explain all iterations. 
C)  Avoid pointing out differences of opinion among researchers. 
D)  It is not necessary to explain unique and technical terms in much detail.

Question 17

The discussion is the most-often read portion of a research report.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

According to the hourglass format of writing a research report, the _____ section is depicted at the bottom of the hourglass.

Accepted Answer

A)  introduction 
B)  method 
C)  results 
D)  discussion 
A)  introduction 
B)  method 
C)  results 
D)  discussion

Question 19

Which of the following challenges can be classified as an example of the external realities faced by authors while writing?

Accepted Answer

A)  A fear of being exposed by one's writing 
B)  A feeling of disempowerment related to research and writing 
C)  An unrealistically high expectation 
D)  A health problem that limits the ability to work 
A)  A fear of being exposed by one's writing 
B)  A feeling of disempowerment related to research and writing 
C)  An unrealistically high expectation 
D)  A health problem that limits the ability to work

Question 20

Which of the following components of a research paper includes an overview of the study's limitations?

Accepted Answer

A)  Abstract 
B)  Discussion 
C)  Introduction 
D)  Result 
A)  Abstract 
B)  Discussion 
C)  Introduction 
D)  Result

Exam 4: Professional Writing: a Critical Skill for Scientists and Practitioners

Once a manuscript is accepted by a journal, it is directly allowed to go for publication.

The method section in a research report should ideally include a:

According to Rockquemore and Laszloffy (2008), technical errors, external realities, and psychological obstacles are the three common challenges to writing faced by authors.

The discussion section in a research report includes a summary of the findings of the study in the context of prior research and theory, an overview of study limitations, future directions, and implications.

The length of the results section for qualitative manuscripts is generally greater than that for quantitative manuscripts.

Rockquemore and Laszloffy (2008) classified technical errors as one of the common challenges faced by authors while writing. These errors encompass:

According to Cvetokovich, which of the following is a type of writer's block among academics?

The _____ of a research report should ideally make the report accessible to readers and offers a stand-alone explanation of the manuscript in 10 to 12 words.

In the introduction of a research report, the term "literature review" is deliberately avoided because it implies a synopsis of one study after another, along with considerable integration and synthesis of the findings.

The abstract section of a research report includes a(n):

Which of the following is the common focus that holds together all the components of a research report?

In order to make the abstract of a research report self-contained, it is important to include all relevant abbreviations and acronyms in it.

Research reports require more detail than dissertations.

The introduction section of a research study includes an overview of study limitations, future directions, and implications.

While writing a psychological assessment report, a researcher must consider up-to-date information about the assessment instruments and their applications to the clients.

Which of the following should be followed while writing a research report?

The discussion is the most-often read portion of a research report.

According to the hourglass format of writing a research report, the _____ section is depicted at the bottom of the hourglass.

Which of the following challenges can be classified as an example of the external realities faced by authors while writing?

Which of the following components of a research paper includes an overview of the study's limitations?

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