Which are the characteristics of research?

1.It always aims to develop new theory.

2.It is a scientific process.

3.Logical reasoning is used in decision making during research process.

4.Hypothesis testing is done in every kind of research.

5.It collects and analyses evidences to derive findings.

A2, 3 & 4 only

B1, 2 & 3 only

C2, 3 & 5 only ✓ Correct

D3, 4 & 5 only

Correct answer: (C) 2, 3 & 5 only

Explanation

Research is a scientific process, uses logical reasoning in decision making, and collects and analyses evidence to derive findings, so statements 2, 3 and 5 hold.

Statement 1, that research always aims to develop new theory, is false because much research tests or applies existing theory.

Statement 4, that hypothesis testing is done in every kind of research, is false, since exploratory and descriptive studies may have none.

Being a systematic scientific process distinguishes research from casual inquiry.

Logical reasoning guides choices at each stage of the study.

Evidence based findings make research verifiable and credible.

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