The Background and Significance Section of a Proposal Should Accomplish

question 6

Multiple Choice

The background and significance section of a proposal should accomplish several tasks. Which of the following would not be an objective of this section of a study proposal?

• A) To specify that a study will have an important impact in terms of increasing knowledge and/or altering outcomes related to the research problem
• B) To demonstrate knowledge of the topic area through a focused, comprehensive, and up-to-date review of the literature
• C) To specify how the proposed research design will address a particular research question
• D) To identify how existing knowledge pertains specifically to the proposed study's particular aim

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Definitions:

Cytomegalovirus

A common type of herpes virus that usually causes mild infections but can be serious for individuals with weakened immune systems or newborns.

Phylogeny

The examination of the development and connections between different organisms or groups of organisms over time.

Primates

An order of mammals that includes humans, monkeys, and apes, characterized by large brains, forward-facing eyes, and opposable thumbs.

Virulence

A measure of the severity or harmfulness of a pathogen or disease, often in terms of its ability to cause illness or mortality in its host.