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QUESTION 1

Discuss empirical research and its components and provide examples where necessary.

(15 marks)

Empirical Research: Overview and Components

Empirical research is a method of acquiring knowledge through direct or indirect

observation and experience. It focuses on collecting and analyzing data to

answer research questions, test hypotheses, or uncover patterns. Empirical

research contrasts with theoretical research, which relies on abstract reasoning

rather than concrete data. The key goal of empirical research is to produce

verifiable and measurable evidence.

Components of Empirical Research

1. Research Question/Hypothesis

The foundation of empirical research is a clear, focused research question

or hypothesis. The research question guides the study and specifies what

the researcher seeks to discover or test. A hypothesis is a testable

statement or prediction about the relationship between variables.

Example: In a study examining the effects of exercise on stress levels, the

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