Test on Formulating Research Topics
Formulating Research Topics: A Comprehensive Student Guide
Test: Research Topic Formulation
20 questions
Question 1: Previous research and studies can serve as a source for formulating a research or project topic.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: The study materials explicitly list 'Previous research/studies' under the section 'Sources of a research/project topic', indicating they are a valid source for topic formulation.
Question 2: Background reading is not considered a necessary step when transforming initial ideas into a research topic.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: The study materials explicitly state that 'Transforming Ideas into Topics requires: background reading or light touch literature review' among other steps, indicating it is a necessary requirement.
Question 3: A research topic is considered strong if it is researchable, feasible, or achievable.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: The study materials state that a research topic is 'a problem worth exploring or Researchable/feasible or achievable (perceptions may be a challenge).'
Question 4: A social phenomenon is a problem worth exploring but does not qualify as a researchable or feasible topic according to the study materials.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: The study materials state that a research topic involves ideas developed into a social phenomenon, and a research topic should be 'a problem worth exploring or Researchable/feasible or achievable'. This indicates that social phenomena, when developed as research topics, can indeed be researchable and feasible.
Question 5: Writing a one-pager is an optional step when transforming ideas into research topics.
A. Ano
B. Ne
Explanation: The study materials state that 'Transforming Ideas into Topics requires... writing a one-pager,' indicating it is a necessary step, not an optional one.