The Distinction Between Basic Research and Applied Research Is That

question 51

Multiple Choice

The distinction between basic research and applied research is that basic research _____,while applied research _____.

• A) relies more heavily on the fundamental sciences such as chemistry or biology;relies more heavily on the social sciences such as psychology or sociology
• B) relies more heavily on the social sciences such as psychology or sociology;relies more heavily on the fundamental sciences such as chemistry or biology
• C) concentrates on fundamental questions often of a theoretical nature;concentrates on identifying and resolving practical problems
• D) concentrates on identifying and resolving practical problems;concentrates on fundamental questions often of a theoretical nature

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Definitions:

Generalizability

The extent to which research findings and conclusions can be applied to larger populations or different contexts outside the study parameters.

Solomon Four-group

An experimental design method used to evaluate the effect of pre-testing on the participants' responses in experimental research.

Pretest-posttest

A research design that measures participants before and after a treatment to assess its effects.

Pretests

Assessments administered before a main test or experiment to establish baseline data or assess prior knowledge or skills.