Which of the Following Is Considered Riskier for Inexperienced Counselors

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is considered riskier for inexperienced counselors and researchers?

• A) Beginning research training by working closely within their advisor's research interests
• B) Using their own observations about a topic as a source of ideas for research topics
• C) Spending precious time reading literature review articles and handbooks
• D) Attending more closely to the constructs that have been used in the previous research

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Definitions:

Obscure

Something that is not discovered or known about; uncertain or unclear due to being poorly understood.

News Media

Outlets and platforms, including newspapers, television, radio, and online sources, that are involved in the gathering, broadcasting, and distribution of news to the public.

Collaborative Process

A method of working that involves multiple individuals or groups to achieve a common goal through shared decision-making and resource pooling.

Scholarly Articles

Academic writings based on original research or analysis, peer-reviewed and published in academic journals.