How does theory inform a research study?
Compare and contrast single-member districts and proportional representation (PR).
August 5, 2017What are examples of statistical techniques that managers can use to simulate business situations, optimize variables, and forecast sales or other figures?
August 5, 2017Theory and the Real World
Research serves as a guide by which to study, describe, and quantify an array of social and physical phenomenon. Theory, which is best described as a set of propositions or hypotheses that specify the relationship among a subset of variables, serves as a way of offering an intellectualized general commentary on that which is observed. Using material found in Chapter 3 of this week’s required reading, describe how theory is applicable to a research study. Answer the questions:
How does theory inform a research study?
How can a generalized theory remain timely enough to be applicable to new or innovative studies?
