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Which of the following is a systematic and organized process of finding a solution to a problem?

 Research (Page-14) ·  Analysis · Reference: · Research:

Research is a systematic and organized process of finding solution of a problem after deep study and analysis of situational factors. It is basically gathering information needed to answer a question.

Value of Research:

1. Research helps in solving a problem.

2. Research helps to develop methodologies (theories and models)

3. We can simply say that research helps to identify problems and solutions

Which of the following is true about research?

 It helps to identify problems and solutions

 It helps to generate theories and models

•  It is all about gathering information needed to answer a question  All of the above (Page-15)

Which of the following is a way to produce knowledge based on truth and attempts to be universal?

 Philosophy ·  Science (Page-17) ·  Behavior development · Reference:

Definition of Science: It is a way to produce knowledge which is based on truth and is universal. It is a method, a procedure to produce knowledge or discover principles, laws and theories through the process of observation and re-observation.

A well organized and systematic procedure for the creation of knowledge is known as?

 Scientific method (Page-17) ·  Theory · Reference: · Definition of Scientific method:

Scientific method is an organized and systematic procedure used for creation of knowledge.

Which of the followings imply the use of ‘sensory experiences” for the study of the phenomena?

 Observation (Page-17) ·  Re-observation ·  Theory development ·  Law development

Which of the following is characteristic of scientific method?

 Empirical ·  Deterministic ·  Cumulative · Reference: · Characteristics of scientific method: · 1. Empirical · 2. Deterministic · 3. Cumulative · 4. Verifiable · 5. Ethical and Ideological neutrality · 6. Statistical generation · 7. Rationalism

Which of the following is a true statement?

 Science is a rational activity

 Science is based on the assumption that everything happens for a reason

•  Scientific method is concerned with the realities that are observable through sensory experiences.