Poor Research Design Can Often Be Traced To

question 14

Multiple Choice

Poor research design can often be traced to:

• A) focusing on questions that cannot be answered.
• B) incorrect data analysis.
• C) interference from senior management.
• D) poor data collection.
• E) inaccurate coding of responses.

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Definitions:

Bits of Information

The smallest units of data in communication and information theory, representing a binary choice or a distinction between two alternatives.

Spacing Effect

A phenomenon in which learning is greater when studying is spread out over time, as opposed to studying the same amount of content in a single session.

Distributed Study

A learning technique where study sessions are spread out over time, as opposed to cramming all material into a short period, enhancing long-term retention of information.

Massed Study

An educational technique involving studying material intensely over a short period of time without taking breaks, contrasted with spaced repetition.