A teacher wishes to compare a new approach to teaching math (Method A) with the traditional approach (Method B), because she thinks Method A will improve the learning of math. Prior to the study, what general research hypothesis should the teacher state?
a. The traditional method (Method B) of teaching math is inadequate.
b. Method A should be utilized to teach math.
c. Can Method A be used successfully to teach math in this particular situation?
d. Students will learn more math with Method A than with Method B.
Ques. 2Which of the following would be the most suitable hypothesis for a research study?
a. Indiana University admits too many out-of-state students.
b. Indiana University admits too few out-of-state students.
c. Students who studied computer science in high school are better prepared for college than students who studies traditional courses.
d. Students who took Latin in high school will score higher on the English placement test than students who did not take Latin.
Ques. 3The purpose of a pilot study is to
a. help the researcher decide if the study is feasible.
b. assess the appropriateness and practicality of the data-collection instruments.
c. provide experience in finding solutions to unanticipated problems.
d. all of these are true.
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