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Which of the following research questions is overly broad and would benefit from narrowing its scope?
What is the effect of sleep deprivation on academic achievement in high school juniors at a suburban high school in the year 2023?
How does social media use affect political opinions of adults aged 30-40 in urban areas?
What are the effects of exercise on cardiovascular health?
How does mindfulness meditation impact stress levels in college students during final exams?
Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of a literature review in AP Research?
To summarize all existing research on a topic.
To provide context and root your argument in a larger academic discussion.
To find sources to support your preconceived notions.
To fulfill a requirement of the AP Research course.
A researcher wants to study the impact of a new after-school program on students' math scores. Which research question is the MOST appropriately narrowed?
How do after-school programs affect students?
What is the impact of after-school programs on academic performance?
What is the impact of the 'Math Boost' after-school program on the algebra test scores of 9th-grade students at Northwood High School during the fall semester of 2024?
Do students benefit from after-school programs?
Which of the following is a key component of a replicable research method?
Using complex statistical analysis.
Providing enough detail so another researcher can duplicate your experiment.
Keeping the method secret to maintain originality.
Relying on the researcher's personal expertise.
A researcher conducts an experiment but only provides a brief overview of the procedure, omitting details about the equipment used and the specific steps taken. What potential issue does this raise?
The study is more concise and easier to understand.
The study may not be replicable due to lack of detail.
The study is more likely to be published in a top journal.
The study is more innovative and original.
What is the key benefit of conducting a literature review before beginning your research?
It guarantees that your research will be published.
It demonstrates your understanding of the topic and strengthens your credibility.
It ensures you don't have to do any actual research.
It helps you avoid finding contradictory evidence.
Why is it crucial to identify a gap in existing research before starting your own research project?
To ensure your research is original and valuable.
To make your research easier to conduct.
To guarantee funding for your research.
To avoid having to read other people's work.

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A researcher wants to understand the lived experiences of immigrants in a new country. Which research method would be MOST appropriate?
A survey with multiple-choice questions.
A statistical analysis of immigration rates.
In-depth interviews with immigrants.
An experiment testing their cognitive abilities.
Which of the following is an essential component of a strong research conclusion?
A complete summary of all existing research on the topic.
A clear statement of the researcher's personal opinions.
A justification of the conclusion with a logical progression, evidence, limitations, and implications.
A list of potential future research topics.
A researcher is proposing a study on the effectiveness of a new therapy for anxiety but hasn't reviewed existing literature on anxiety treatments. Does this proposed research address a significant gap in the literature?
Yes, because all new research is valuable regardless of prior work.
No, because understanding the existing literature is crucial to identifying a genuine gap and ensuring the research is informed and relevant.
Yes, because focusing solely on the new therapy will yield more objective results.
No, because the researcher should only focus on confirming their own hypotheses.