To Say That Research Questions Should Be Both Scientifically Relevant

question 55

Essay

To say that research questions should be both scientifically relevant and socially important is to recommend a balance between science for its own sake and science strictly to resolve social problems. In your opinion, which of these two criteria should be more important when formulating research questions, or are they both of equal importance? Justify your answer.

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Definitions:

Dysmenorrhea

The medical term for painful menstrual cramps that occur before or during menstruation.

Dyspareunia

Painful intercourse, either due to physical or psychological factors.

Amenorrhea

The absence of menstruation in a woman of reproductive age, which can be primary (never having menstruated) or secondary (cessation of menstruation for various reasons).

Hysterectomy

a surgical operation to remove all or part of the uterus.