Before You Start Writing a Research Proposal, It Is Often

question 21

Multiple Choice

Before you start writing a research proposal, it is often a good idea to:​

• A) ​disregard the expectations of the funding source.
• B) ​try to develop a relationship with a liaison staff member at the funding source.
• C) ​write a very lengthy concept paper detailing preliminary idea.
• D) ​refrain from looking at proposals that have previously been funded by the source you are considering.

Understand the principles and application of the high-low method in estimating cost behavior.

Recognize different visual aids used in analyzing cost behavior.

Grasp the concept and application of statistical methods (e.g., least-squares regression) in cost estimation.

Understand various cost concepts (variable, fixed, mixed, curvilinear, and step-wise costs) and their implications on cost behavior.

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