What Is the First Step in Any Research

question 49

Multiple Choice

What is the first step in any research?

• A) Develop a research design
• B) Review the findings
• C) Choose a data collection technique
• D) Identify a problem

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Definitions:

Alternative Hypothesis

The hypothesis that proposes there is an effect, or there is a difference, contrary to the null hypothesis.

Unshaded Area

In the context of data visualization, it refers to parts of a graph or chart that are not marked by patterns or colors and may represent certain values or categories.

Shaded Area

In graphical representations, the shaded area usually refers to the region under the curve of a distribution, often used to indicate probabilities or portions within a range.

Research Hypothesis

A statement predicting a relationship between variables, subject to testing to determine its validity.