1. Which of the following is not a characteristic of research?
a.
It requires the collection of new data b.
to develop conclusions d.
It is reiterative c.
It requires reasoned arguments
It aims to increase understanding
2. Research always requires a
a.
Research question b.
Research hypothesis c.
Both A and Bd.
Neither A or B
3. A study that investigates the relationship between gender and participation in sport would be an
example of?
a.
Exploratory research b.
Descriptive research c.
Explanatory research d.
Predictive
research
4. A study that explores the success of coaching styles using data from the past three years results to
identify potential improvements would be?
a.
Pure, theoretical research b.
d.
Applied empirical research
Applied, theoretical research c.
Pure empirical research
5. Research is often published in academic journals. Which of the following is not a peer reviewed sport
journal?
a.
Sociology of Sport b.
Quarterly d.
Journal of Sport and Tourism c.
The Journal of Sports Coaching
European Sport Management