14/09/2023

What is a Research Problem?

Is a clear statement of an inquiry or gap that needs to be

05 addressed through a systematic approach.

IMPORTANCE:

RESEARCH
Gives an overview on the relevance of the topic being
studied.
Places the topic into a specific context discuss the

PROBLEM variables and characteristics being studied.

Indicates a possible framework for reporting of findings
and how these will be presented and interpreted.

RESEARCH PROBLEM

Guidelines in Making a Research Problem Guidelines in Making a Research Problem

Create a research problem that is
Specific
Research can be stated in a declarative
Measurable or interrogative manner.
Attainable Make sure that the quantitative research
Realistic problem is answerable by an appropriate
Time-bound
statistical method.
Formulate a research problem that reflects the significance
of seeking solutions and answers. Formulate a research problem that is
Do not state your research problem/questions that is aligned with your research topic.
answerable by yes or no.
RESEARCH PROBLEM RESEARCH PROBLEM

Sample Research Questions

CORRELATION: IS THERE A SIGNIFICANT
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN (VARIABLE 1)
AND (VARIABLE 2)?
WHAT TYPE OF RELATIONSHIP EXISTS
BETWEEN (VARIABLE 1) AND (VARIABLE
2)?
COMPARATIVE: IS THERE A SIGNIFICANT
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ( GROUP 1 & 2/
OR GROUPS)
RESEARCH PROBLEM