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Research Question

Definition

A research question is a clear and concise statement that identifies the main focus of a research study. It outlines what the researcher wants to investigate and provides direction for the entire research process.

Related terms

Hypothesis: A hypothesis is an educated guess or prediction about the relationship between variables in a study.

Variables: Variables are measurable characteristics or factors that can change or vary in a research study.

Literature Review: A literature review involves reviewing existing scholarly articles and publications related to the topic of study to gain an understanding of previous research findings and identify gaps in knowledge.

"Research Question" appears in:

Subjects (2)

  • AP Psychology

  • AP Seminar

Study guides (8)

  • AP Research - 1.1 Identifying a problem or issue and developing a question about it

  • AP Research - 1.2 Finding and organizing the information you need to answer the question

  • AP Research - Big Idea 2 Overview: Understand and Analyze

  • AP Research - 2.3 Evaluating the evidence an author uses to support their argument

  • AP Research - 2.4 Assessing potential resolutions, conclusions, or solutions raised by an argument

  • AP Research - 4.3 Linking evidence to claims

  • AP Research - 4.4 Offering resolutions, conclusions, or solutions based on evidence

  • AP Research - 5.2 Presenting an argument for context, purpose, and/or audience

Additional resources (7)

  • AP Research - Academic Paper: Discussion and Analysis

  • AP Research - What is AP Research and How Do I Find a Topic of Inquiry?

  • AP Research - 2024 AP Research Exam Guide

  • AP Research - Big Idea 1 Overview: Question and Explore

  • AP Research - 3.2 Evaluating objections, implications, and limitations of different perspectives or arguments

  • AP Research - 3.1 Identifying, comparing, and interpreting different perspectives on, or arguments about, an issue

  • AP Research - Big Idea 5 Overview: Team, Transform, and Transmit

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