Deck 17: Developing the Research Proposal

Question 1

Which of the following is not a function of the research proposal?

A) A detailed plan for investigating the question of interest
B) A contract between a student and his or her faculty committee
C) A document for requesting funding support
D) A preliminary report of the results obtained
E) A means of communication

Answer 1

D

Question 2

In the traditional format for a thesis or dissertation proposal, which chapter is normally devoted to reviewing the literature?

A) Chapter I
B) Chapter II
C) Chapter III
D) Chapter IV
E) Chapter V

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Which of the following correctly describes a desired characteristic of the title of a research proposal?

A) Title should begin with words such as "An analysis of," "A study of ," or "An investigation of ".
B) Title should be at least 30 words in length.
C) Key words in the title should be nouns, as opposed to adjectives.
D) Measuring instrument(s) should be identified in the title.
E) All of these are correct.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Which of the following does not represent an example of a delimitation that would be found in a research proposal?

A) Tests to be utilized in the study
B) Validity of measuring instruments
C) Length of training period
D) Number of research participants
E) Setting of the research

Question 5

The introduction section of a research proposal will likely include which of the following?

A) Specification of the purpose of the study
B) Brief description of the research procedures
C) Comprehensive synthesis of the pertinent literature
D) Speculation regarding the results
E) All of these are correct.

Question 6

The description of the significance of the study should focus on:

A) why the study is needed.
B) how exactly the study will be conducted.
C) when and where the data will be collected.
D) how much money will be spent.

Question 7

The number of specific aims is usually limited to:

A) 1-2.
B) 3-4.
C) 5-6.
D) 7-8.

Question 8

The hypotheses in a research study are a prediction/explanation of:

A) the procedure of the study.
B) the outcome of the study.
C) the statistical tests to be used for the study.
D) the limitations of the study.

Question 9

The main reason for a definition of terms is:

A) so they can be translated into other languages.
B) so they can be understood by the general public.
C) because they have multiple meanings.
D) so they have more scientific value.

Question 10

The limitations of a study refer to:

A) the sample size of the study.
B) the budget that can be used for the study.
C) the scope of the study.
D) the weakness of the study.