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Q: Hi is it possible to remove an entire experiment from my published article through erratum

Detailed question-Hi i published an article in the year 2012 and now I would like to correct the manuscript by removing one entire experiment and result whereas the conclusion does not…
  • Asked on October 29, 2019

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Let me first clarify that this answer is appropriate presuming you are the sole author of an empirical study describing work you have completed and interpreted which…

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Q: What is descriptive cross-section research design?

Detailed question-I need an example research article that uses a descriptive cross-section research design.

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A descriptive cross-sectional study inspects the prevalence of a disease or condition in a…

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Q: Should I write the definition and working of an instrument or scale that I used in my study?

Detailed question-For eg. If I used a scale that can measure anxiety in students in my study, should I mention the details regarding the definition (what is that scale, its working OR…

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If it is a well-known scale or instrument, such as Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A) or Generalized Anxiety…

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Q: What kind of research method should I use for my thesis: qualitative or quantitative?

Detailed question-I am working on my final thesis and my topic is "Prospective of youth participation in agriculture."

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It is very important to choose the right research methodology and methods for your thesis, as your research is the base that your entire thesis will rest on. It will…

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Q: Can I write the methodology chapter of my dissertation before the questionnaire and interview?

Detailed question-Hi, I am writing the Methodology chapter of an MA thesis., but I have not yet sent out the questionnaires or condcted the interviews. Is it possible to write teh…
  • Asked on April 29, 2019

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The methodology chapter of a dissertation comes immediately after the literature review. By the time you reach this section, you have identified your research…

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Q: If I use a minor statistical software in my research paper, could it be rejected?

Detailed question-I am preparing a manuscript for submission.I am using paid minor software for statistics, and I was told by my mean boss that “nobody knows such software, so your paper…

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If you're using the concerned software for statistical analysis, then I don't think it should create a problem. However, to be on the safer side, you should…

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Q: How can I learn about the methodology and findings?

Detailed question-Methodology and findings.
  • Asked on April 2, 2019

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Your question is not very clear. The methodolody of a study is found in the Methods section of an article and the findings in the Results section. Do you wish to know…

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Q: How to write operational definition of terms?

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Operational definition of terms refers to a detailed explanation of the technical terms and measurements used during data collection. This is done to standardize the…

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Q: What type of methods should I use in security studies dealing with ethnic conflicts?

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Your question is not very clear. You have not provided the details of your proposed study in the description section either. It is, in fact, difficult for someone…

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Q: How should I position my moderator variable?

Detailed question-How should I position my moderator variable? (Independent Variable = Transparency) (Mediators = Trust and Reputation) (Dependent variables = Purchase Intention and Brand…

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Unfortunately, I don't think I will be able to help you out with this question since it can be best answered by the person…

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