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Research Methods
for Business
Lecturer Testbank Chapter 3 Answers are indicated with a *
1. A problem is any situation where a gap exists between the actual and the desired ideal states. *a.T b. F
2. Once we have identified the management problem, it needs to be narrowed down to a
researchable topic for study. *a.T b. F
3. The selection of an academic perspective on the problem allows us to draw upon a rich body of literature to help us to solve the problem. *a.T b. F
4. Secondary data refers to information that the researcher gathers first hand through instruments such as surveys, interviews, focus groups, or observation. *a.T b. F
5. Which of the following answers cannot be an objective of preliminary research?
a. Mapping out the research problem. *b.Defining concepts. c. Interpreting research outcomes. d. Improving the relationship between the client and the performer of the investigation.
6. What is wrong with a problem definition that is ‘biased’?
a. The research problem is too broad. b. The problem is not specific and clear. *c. The problem definition reflects the opinion of the researcher. d. The problem definition lacks focus.
7. The quality of a literature review depends on a careful selection of data sources
a. T* b. F
8. Symptoms are concrete examples of the way in which a certain business problem reveals itself. *a.T
