Question 1

How can anecdotal evidence to be used in research be gathered using social media?

Accepted Answer

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Question 2

In the context of a survey,which of the following terms represents the average and is determined by adding all the responses and dividing the sum by the number of responses?

Accepted Answer

A) Mode 
B) Standard deviation 
C) Mean 
D) Volatility 
E) Variance

Question 3

Which of the following is an advantage to visiting a university library to look at books for conducting research?

Accepted Answer

A) Books are more current than what can be found online. 
B) Books are free to borrow. 
C) Books contain a bibliography of similar types of resources for further research. 
D) Librarians have determined the books are worthy of being in the library's collection. 
E) Librarians can scan books into a web portal,allow for downloading.

Question 4

When doing background research on your topic,background questions should focus on the topic's history,context,and ________.

Accepted Answer

A) technology use 
B) timeliness 
C) popularity 
D) appeal 
E) structure and categories.

Question 5

How can a researcher evaluate a source for credibility?

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Question 6

Where do search engines such as Google and Yahoo! generate most web-based information?

Accepted Answer

A) Publications that require a subscription 
B) Information aimed at professionals 
C) Deep web portal 
D) All users of the web 
E) The surface of the web

Question 7

Discuss the advantages of organizing findings based on research questions.

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Question 8

Doing background research on your topic ________.

Accepted Answer

A) is not advised for business research 
B) should not include information about your topic's history 
C) is vital,since you are required to include it in your final presentation 
D) can help you structure your research 
E) is only necessary for academic research

Question 9

How can a researcher determine what information is the most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

A) Evaluate content based on the number of sources used. 
B) Evaluate the source for credibility. 
C) Evaluate the source for number of hits. 
D) Determine if the source has paid to be near the top of the results page. 
E) Determine if the source is used observational research or surveys.

Question 10

The peer-review process is designed to ensure that articles are subjective and opinionated.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

When analyzing the research question and topic,it is important to ensure a good understanding of your major research question or problem,and the assumptions it is based upon.Which of the following might be required to ensure good understanding of the research question or problem?

Accepted Answer

A) Broadening the question 
B) Identifying audience concerns and needs 
C) Establishing scope of the research 
D) Defining research activities 
E) Developing a work plan

Question 12

________ sources are books and articles that synthesize material from ________ sources,framing them for general readers.

Accepted Answer

A) Primary;secondary 
B) Secondary;tertiary 
C) Tertiary;primary 
D) Primary;tertiary 
E) Tertiary;secondary

Question 13

A web search may generate links to sites that pay to be offered to consumers first.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

To ensure a report is ethical,how should information be gathered?

Accepted Answer

A) By using references from Wikipedia 
B) Through surveys 
C) By using reputable sources 
D) Using personal interviews 
E) At the library

Question 15

In the context of a survey,which of the following terms represents the span between the highest and lowest values?

Accepted Answer

A) Mean 
B) Median 
C) Mode 
D) Range 
E) Volatility

Question 16

Addressing which of the following questions will impact your credibility in the organization in a meaningful way?

Accepted Answer

A) What questions will your audience expect you to answer when you present the research? 
B) What does the audience already know? What do they need to know? 
C) Who is the primary audience? 
D) Who else may be affected by this problem or decision? 
E) What sources will your audience expect you to consult?

Question 17

Which of the following can help determine the accuracy of a source?

Accepted Answer

A) How current is this information? 
B) Does the source identify the author? 
C) Is the author qualified or an expert in this content? 
D) Does the author cite sources for numbers,facts,or research findings? 
E) Does the source provide a last-updated date or copyright?

Question 18

When you conduct research on social media,you are responsible for documenting your sources just as you are when using more traditional media.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following will help determine if the source has current or still-relevant information?

Accepted Answer

A) Do other sources agree with this information? 
B) Does the author provide support for claims? 
C) Is the source published by a reputable press,or is the website sponsored by a reputable organization? 
D) Does the author cite sources for numbers,facts,or research findings? 
E) Does the source use a last-updated date or copyright?

Question 20

What type of research is conducted by watching people perform relevant activities and then recording details about what was observed?

Accepted Answer

A) Secondary 
B) Observational 
C) Tertiary 
D) Quantitative 
E) Ethical

Exam 8: Finding and Evaluating Business Information

How can anecdotal evidence to be used in research be gathered using social media?

In the context of a survey,which of the following terms represents the average and is determined by adding all the responses and dividing the sum by the number of responses?

Which of the following is an advantage to visiting a university library to look at books for conducting research?

When doing background research on your topic,background questions should focus on the topic's history,context,and ________.

How can a researcher evaluate a source for credibility?

Where do search engines such as Google and Yahoo! generate most web-based information?

Discuss the advantages of organizing findings based on research questions.

Doing background research on your topic ________.

How can a researcher determine what information is the most appropriate?

The peer-review process is designed to ensure that articles are subjective and opinionated.

When analyzing the research question and topic,it is important to ensure a good understanding of your major research question or problem,and the assumptions it is based upon.Which of the following might be required to ensure good understanding of the research question or problem?

sources are books and articles that synthesize material from sources,framing them for general readers.

A web search may generate links to sites that pay to be offered to consumers first.

To ensure a report is ethical,how should information be gathered?

In the context of a survey,which of the following terms represents the span between the highest and lowest values?

Addressing which of the following questions will impact your credibility in the organization in a meaningful way?

Which of the following can help determine the accuracy of a source?

When you conduct research on social media,you are responsible for documenting your sources just as you are when using more traditional media.

Which of the following will help determine if the source has current or still-relevant information?

What type of research is conducted by watching people perform relevant activities and then recording details about what was observed?