Question

39. Which of the following is not a phase of the research process:

a. Stating the study problem

b. Reviewing the literature to develop a theoretical framework

c. Disseminating data

d. Analyzing data

Answer 1

c. Disseminating data

Scientific method is a part of scientific enquiry of the natural world. A scientific method is a process during which a scientific hypothesis is tested to accept or reject. If the hypothesis is accepted, it can be used to develop a theory. The six steps in a scientific method include,

1. Framing a question and scientific review
2. Testable hypothesis
3. Research design
4. Data collection and analysis
5. Publication
6. Theory development