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Psychological Research (PYC3704) (MET90A)

Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)

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Basic Research methods notes

, 1. Research definition

Research is defined as a process whereby
situational factors around the problem are
intensively investigated and analysed to provide an
evidence-based solution (Cavana, Delahaye and
Sekaran, 2001). In conducting research, new
information/insights or relationships can be
discovered for a specific research purpose.

2.Purpose of research
 To describe the phenomenon (nature of
objects).
 To explain relationships between variables.
 To predict phenomena, such as customer
behaviour.

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