List and explain the four steps of the research process

What will be an ideal response?

1. Ask a question: What do you want to know or find out?
2. Collect data: Gather information about the question through surveys, observations, questionnaires, etc.
3. Analyze data: Study the data in a systematic way (i.e., statistical software program).
4. Interpret data: Make sense of the answers.

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When in doubt about whether information is commonly known, a speaker should

A) just assume that listeners know it. B) refrain from using it in her speech. C) use it, but not worry about citing the source. D) document it.

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Sue has an issue with her best friend. Rather than state the problem directly, Sue talks indirectly about the issue so her friend won't be embarrassed. With which type of cultural affiliation does Sue most likely identify?

A. Polychronic B. Low-context C. Collectivistic D. High-context

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