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Adrian E.

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BSECE-4
Methods of Research Assignment
Engr. Albert Revilla

1.) In the research process, why is the problem definition stage probably the most important stage?
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The problem definition stage is probably the most important stage in the research process
because it involves several interrelated steps. One it ascertains the decision maker's objectives. That
is, the purpose for conducting the research and what the decision maker hopes to accomplish. Also, it
narrows broad and vague ideas into manageable specific difficulties to solve. In other words, it helps
decision makers zoom in on the right questions to be answered. Two it gives background analysis of
the problem in view. That is, it points to where the problem is located, how it fits with current
developments, and what the current environment is, which is crucial when working out whether a
solution will actually work or not. Three it isolates and identifies the problem rather than the
symptoms. That is, it gets to the center of the problem to be solved so that possible solutions can be
generated.
In essence, the problem definition stage allows decision makers to identify the specific problem
to be solved so they can search for alternative solutions, which as a result, help them select the best
alternative that eventually decide the course of action.
Chimpanzees (n.d.). Why Problem definition stage is is the most critical in the research process than
the
problem
solution
stage?
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2.) Do the stages in the research process follow the scientific method?
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The scientific method involves making a hypothesis and subjecting it to testable


experimentation. The research process is analogous as it utilizes the scientific method by making a
thesis, creating tests to confirm or support it, citing sources, and opening the work to peer review
and verification of methodologies.
ScienceExperiment (n.d.).
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the scientific method

3.) Why is knowledge of forward and backward linkages in the research process important?
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One benefit of these backward linkages is that there will be less dependence on imported goods
since local suppliers provide the raw materials. Forward linkage occurs when the products of one
industry is used as the raw material of another industry. It can involve an industry in primary
production linking with an industry in secondary production. Forward linkage is when one industry is
producing the raw material for another industry.
ScienceExperiment (n.d.).
Do the stages in the research process follow the scientific
method?
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