ES 350 Exam 1 with complete solutions
2024/2025
In which part of a thesis are the findings compared to the hypotheses and
previous research? - ANSWER- discussion
When we say that research is empirical, we mean that the researcher - ANSWER-
collects data on which to base decisions
Which of the following is not a challenge to normal science? - ANSWER-
scientific method of problem solving
Special language that is regularly used in a particular field but which may not be
meaningful to people outside the field is called - ANSWER- jargon
A researcher conducts a study on the effectiveness of yoga for 15 minutes during
an exercise class to enhance balance in the elderly compared with classes that
do not include yoga. The researcher expects the yoga-enhanced classes to show
higher gains in balance. This expectation is - ANSWER- a hypothesis
In the example in chapter 1 of the experiment that compared aerobic dance with
jogging, what was the dependent variable? - ANSWER- bioelectrical impedance
measured fat
Another term that describes the unscientific method of tenacity is - ANSWER-
superstition
Compared to applied research, basic research - ANSWER- usually offers more
control, such as that done in a laboratory
, Good writing takes effort and typically more than one draft. Writing a good
literature review is a challenge, but it is facilitated by one of the following: -
ANSWER- organizing the outline around concepts
A journal's impact factor is influenced by - ANSWER- number of citations to the
journal's articles
Which of these purposes is the first purpose to be accomplished by the literature
review? - ANSWER- identifying the problem
Which of the following is the most important when critiquing a research paper? -
ANSWER- it makes a significant contribution to knowledge
Why is using literature from a journal with a high impact factor important? -
ANSWER- confidence in quality is greater
Which option below best describes inductive reasoning? - ANSWER- Inductive
reasoning starts with observations, which lead to hypotheses to form general
explanations and eventually lead to the development of a theory
A good beginning point in a literature search for the student with a very limited
knowledge about a topic is - ANSWER- textbooks and literature reviews
Which of the following is a primary source of information for a literature review? -
ANSWER- journal article
The significance of the study is difficult to write. Kroll (1971) suggested three
factors to be considered. Which of the following is not a suggestion by Kroll to
improve the significance section? - ANSWER- demonstration of independence
from the introduction
A thesis was submitted with the title "A study comparing the achievement of
sixth-grade students in Moscow, Idaho, instructed in health education through
closed-circuit television and regular classroom procedure for a period of 16
weeks." This title - ANSWER- is too long
This question pertains to the following study: "A researcher wishes to determine
the effects of an outdoor adventure summer camp on the self-concept of inner-
city boys. Boys are randomly assigned to the summer camp and to a control
situation. The experimental treatment is for three months. A secondary purpose
is to see if age (ages 6, 9, and 12) affects the relationship of the camp effects and
2024/2025
In which part of a thesis are the findings compared to the hypotheses and
previous research? - ANSWER- discussion
When we say that research is empirical, we mean that the researcher - ANSWER-
collects data on which to base decisions
Which of the following is not a challenge to normal science? - ANSWER-
scientific method of problem solving
Special language that is regularly used in a particular field but which may not be
meaningful to people outside the field is called - ANSWER- jargon
A researcher conducts a study on the effectiveness of yoga for 15 minutes during
an exercise class to enhance balance in the elderly compared with classes that
do not include yoga. The researcher expects the yoga-enhanced classes to show
higher gains in balance. This expectation is - ANSWER- a hypothesis
In the example in chapter 1 of the experiment that compared aerobic dance with
jogging, what was the dependent variable? - ANSWER- bioelectrical impedance
measured fat
Another term that describes the unscientific method of tenacity is - ANSWER-
superstition
Compared to applied research, basic research - ANSWER- usually offers more
control, such as that done in a laboratory
, Good writing takes effort and typically more than one draft. Writing a good
literature review is a challenge, but it is facilitated by one of the following: -
ANSWER- organizing the outline around concepts
A journal's impact factor is influenced by - ANSWER- number of citations to the
journal's articles
Which of these purposes is the first purpose to be accomplished by the literature
review? - ANSWER- identifying the problem
Which of the following is the most important when critiquing a research paper? -
ANSWER- it makes a significant contribution to knowledge
Why is using literature from a journal with a high impact factor important? -
ANSWER- confidence in quality is greater
Which option below best describes inductive reasoning? - ANSWER- Inductive
reasoning starts with observations, which lead to hypotheses to form general
explanations and eventually lead to the development of a theory
A good beginning point in a literature search for the student with a very limited
knowledge about a topic is - ANSWER- textbooks and literature reviews
Which of the following is a primary source of information for a literature review? -
ANSWER- journal article
The significance of the study is difficult to write. Kroll (1971) suggested three
factors to be considered. Which of the following is not a suggestion by Kroll to
improve the significance section? - ANSWER- demonstration of independence
from the introduction
A thesis was submitted with the title "A study comparing the achievement of
sixth-grade students in Moscow, Idaho, instructed in health education through
closed-circuit television and regular classroom procedure for a period of 16
weeks." This title - ANSWER- is too long
This question pertains to the following study: "A researcher wishes to determine
the effects of an outdoor adventure summer camp on the self-concept of inner-
city boys. Boys are randomly assigned to the summer camp and to a control
situation. The experimental treatment is for three months. A secondary purpose
is to see if age (ages 6, 9, and 12) affects the relationship of the camp effects and
