IRM1501
OCTOBER/NOVEMBER
PORTFOLIO Semester 2
2024 - DUE 10 October
2024
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, IRM1501 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER PORTFOLIO Semester 2 2024 - DUE 10 October
2024
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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