Arrange the following steps involved in a research process in the correct order.
1.Collecting the data
2.Reviewing the literature
3.Reporting the research outcome
4.Identifying a research problem
5.Analyzing and interpreting the data
A1, 4, 2, 5, 3
B4, 1, 2, 3, 5
C2, 4, 1, 5, 3
D4, 2, 1, 5, 3 ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) 4, 2, 1, 5, 3
Explanation
The correct research sequence is identifying the problem, reviewing the literature, collecting the data, analyzing and interpreting it, then reporting the outcome.
Identifying a research problem comes first and gives the study its direction.
Reviewing the literature follows, situating the problem in existing knowledge.
Collecting the data comes next, once design and tools are ready.
Analyzing and interpreting the data then turns raw records into findings.
Reporting the research outcome closes the cycle by communicating results.
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