Exercise 2: Nature of Research
Directions: Identify which of the statements below is true about the nature of research. Write C
if the statement is correct and / if it is incorrect.
1. Research is something based on assumptions, beliefs, theories, or untested
generalizations.
2. Research employs reporting format which utilizes various modes for transparency
of process (text, graphs, tables, appendix)
3. Research analyzes data statistically or by the chunk and code method.
4. Research is based on the works of others - not a copy of their works.
5. Research is a quick activity.
6. Research outlaws personal bias.
7. Research is based on some logical rationale and tied to theory.
8. Research is merely reorganizing or restating what is already known and has already
been written
9. Research is based on the shallow study of the respective subject.
10. Research generates new questions or is cyclical in nature.
11. Research employs literature review.
12. Research discusses findings to present justification for relevant factors.
13. Research is merely information gathering (discovery).
14. Research is an apolitical activity intended for the betterment of society.
15. Research uses one or more data collection strategies.​