Which of the following statements is false in the context of research?
AInductive and deductive reasoning are applied in the research process.
BVerifiable findings are derived by the research process.
CResearch is conducted to find answers of meaningful questions scientifically.
DIt necessarily improves quality of functioning of the area in which it is conducted. ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) It necessarily improves quality of functioning of the area in which it is conducted.
Explanation
The false statement is that research necessarily improves the quality of functioning of the area studied, since research generates knowledge but does not guarantee improvement.
Applying both inductive and deductive reasoning in the research process is a true statement.
Deriving verifiable findings through the research process is true.
Conducting research to find scientific answers to meaningful questions is true.
Research may confirm, refine or even find no effect, without necessarily improving practice.
Practical improvement depends on how findings are applied, not on research itself.
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