The first step in planning research is what? A) Accessing a ...

[berenicecastro]

The first step in planning research is what?
 
  A) Accessing a knowledge information system
  B) Generating questions that will constitute research areas
  C) Conducting primary research
  D) Developing a problem statement
  E) Identifying information needed

Question 2

When beginning the process of locating data, which of the following is frequently the best place to start?
 
  A) Corporate websites
  B) Secondary research
  C) Knowledge management systems
  D) Executive dashboards
  E) Primary research

[juiceman1987]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: D
Explanation: D) Start by developing a problem statement that defines the purpose of your researchthe decision you need to make or the conclusion you need to reach at the end of the process. Next, identify the information you need to make that decision or reach that conclusion. You can then begin to generate the questions that will constitute your research.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Research done previously for another purpose is considered secondary research; sources for such research information include magazines, newspapers, public websites, books, and other reports. You want to start with secondary research because it can save you considerable time and money for many projects.