The Descriptive Study

question 59

Multiple Choice

The descriptive study

• A)usually takes the form of an experiment.
• B)has its major emphasis on the discovery of insights and ideas.
• C)is concerned with determining the frequency with which something occurs.
• D)is concerned with the determination of a cause-and-effect relationship.
• E)has as its main objective the establishment of priorities for future research.

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Definitions:

Modern Agriculture

Refers to the current era's agricultural practices which include the use of technology, genetic modification, and advanced management practices to increase efficiency and productivity.

Synthetic Fertilizers

Man-made compounds applied to soil to supply one or more plant nutrients essential for the growth of plants.

Pesticides

Chemical agents used to kill or control pests, including insects, rodents, fungi, and weeds, in agricultural and residential settings.

Genetically Modified

Organisms that have had their DNA altered or modified in some way through genetic engineering.