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The document is a test bank for Chapter 3 of 'Research Methods for Business,' containing multiple-choice questions with correct answers indicated. It covers key concepts such as problem definition, research objectives, literature review, and the distinction between primary and secondary data. The material emphasizes the importance of clear problem statements and informed research approaches.

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ch3 Test Bank

The document is a test bank for Chapter 3 of 'Research Methods for Business,' containing multiple-choice questions with correct answers indicated. It covers key concepts such as problem definition, research objectives, literature review, and the distinction between primary and secondary data. The material emphasizes the importance of clear problem statements and informed research approaches.

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Research Methods

for Business

Lecturer Testbank
Chapter 3
Answers are indicated with a *

1. A problem is any situation where a gap exists between the actual and the desired ideal states.
*a.T
b. F

2. Once we have identified the management problem, it needs to be narrowed down to a


researchable topic for study.
*a.T
b. F

3. The selection of an academic perspective on the problem allows us to draw upon a rich body of
literature to help us to solve the problem.
*a.T
b. F

4. Secondary data refers to information that the researcher gathers first hand through instruments
such as surveys, interviews, focus groups, or observation.
*a.T
b. F

5. Which of the following answers cannot be an objective of preliminary research?


a. Mapping out the research problem.
*b.Defining concepts.
c. Interpreting research outcomes.
d. Improving the relationship between the client and the performer of the investigation.

6. What is wrong with a problem definition that is ‘biased’?


a. The research problem is too broad.
b. The problem is not specific and clear.
*c. The problem definition reflects the opinion of the researcher.
d. The problem definition lacks focus.

7. The quality of a literature review depends on a careful selection of data sources


a. T*
b. F

8. Symptoms are concrete examples of the way in which a certain business problem reveals itself.
*a.T

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Research Methods
for Business
b. F

9. The field of interest of a research is unrelated to the problem and symptoms.


a. T
*b.F

10.Secondary research simplifies the process of problem formulation.


*a.T
b. F

11.There is always one best way to investigate a certain problem statement.


a. T
*b. F

12. A good problem statement includes both a statement of the research objective(s) and the
research question(s).
*a.T
b. F

13. Research questions are the translation of the problem of the organization into a specific need for
information.
*a.T
b. F

14. Familiarity with the literature is only beneficial in an academic context.


a. T
*b. F

15. A first review of the literature helps you to make an informed decision about your research
approach.
*a.T
b. F

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