Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the Purpose

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding the purpose of a literature review in a quantitative study?

• A) Different sections of the research report in a quantitative study make use of literature for support of what is being presented.
• B) For quantitative studies, relevant literature is only presented in the "literature review" section of the report, leaving other sections for the numerical analyses.
• C) The purpose of the literature review varies according to what type of quantitative study is being conducted.
• D) The researcher locates all relevant research on the topic before beginning the study and then uses it in the report.

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Definitions:

Personal Appeals

Requests or arguments made on a personal level, often involving emotional or relational elements to influence decision-making.

Consultation

The act of seeking advice, expertise, or feedback from someone knowledgeable or specialized in a particular field.

Inspirational Appeals

A strategy employed to motivate individuals by appealing to their emotions, aspirations, or values in order to inspire action.

Ingratiation

A psychological technique used to influence others through flattery or other forms of manipulation to make oneself more likable or acceptable.