This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Grammar > Academic Writing > Scientific Writing – Quiz 15 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Scientific Writing Quiz 15 (25 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. How is an impact factor calculated? A) Total number of citations divided by average number of journal articles. B) Total number of articles published in one year. C) Total number of citations divided by total number of journal articles. D) Total number of citations multiplied by average number of journal articles. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Total number of citations divided by average number of journal articles. 2. How does the requirement for a claim in a paragraph differ from a thesis/claim in an introduction, based on the material? A) A claim in a paragraph only needs a topic and opinion, while a thesis/claim in an introduction requires topic, opinion, and 3 types of evidence. B) Both require only a topic and opinion. C) A claim in a paragraph requires more evidence than a thesis. D) There is no difference. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A claim in a paragraph only needs a topic and opinion, while a thesis/claim in an introduction requires topic, opinion, and 3 types of evidence. 3. How does a well-defined problem statement contribute to the research process? A) By summarizing the research findings. B) By providing a clear focus and direction for the study. C) By analyzing the collected data. D) By finalizing the research design. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) By providing a clear focus and direction for the study. 4. What is a common limitation of Generative AI? A) It requires no human oversight. B) It is always accurate. C) It can hallucinate information. D) It can create new content. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) It can hallucinate information. 5. What are the essential characteristics of an effective title? A) Contains abbreviations and jargon. B) Contains as many words as possible. C) Describes the subject vaguely. D) Attracts readers. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Contains as many words as possible. 6. What is the importance of a research hypothesis? A) To summarize the research findings. B) To guide the direction of the study and make testable predictions. C) To analyze the collected data. D) To finalize the research design. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To guide the direction of the study and make testable predictions. 7. What is the maximum number of authors for a letter in most journals? A) Ten to twelve. B) Four to six. C) Seven to nine. D) Two to three. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Four to six. 8. Bagian yang menyajikan hasil penelitian adalah ..... A) Diskusi. B) Pendahuluan. C) Metode. D) Pengantar. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Diskusi. 9. Ideally, when should you start writing your lab or research report? A) Within 24 hours after your study or lab work is completed. B) Within one month after your study or lab work is completed. C) Within two months after your study or lab work is completed. D) Within three months after your study or lab work is completed. E) Within six months after your study or lab work is completed. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Within 24 hours after your study or lab work is completed. 10. What is the correct way to list references in a scientific paper? A) Arrange references in random order. B) Alphabetize references by the title. C) Use lowercase letters to separate entries with the same author in the same year. D) Include only journal articles and exclude books or reports. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Use lowercase letters to separate entries with the same author in the same year. 11. Which format of scientific writing includes extensive data presentation and analysis? A) Research Articles. B) Grant Proposals. C) Poster Presentations. D) Scientific Talks. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Research Articles. 12. A ..... is a small portion of the population used to gather data from. A) Systematic Sampling Method. B) Sample. C) Population. D) Bias. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Sample. 13. What is a reliable source of reference? A) Wikipedia B) Peer-reviewed journals C) Social media D) Personal blogs A) Peer-reviewed journals. B) Personal blogs. C) Social media. D) Wikipedia. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Peer-reviewed journals. 14. Find the word that collocates with: ..... contrast A) Large. B) Sharp. C) Pointed. D) Hot. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Sharp. 15. I should quote to incorporate an idea that would lose its effectiveness if paraphrased or summarized. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) FALSE. 16. An ice cream parlor offers 15 different flavors of ice cream. Which model could be used to show how many different choices there are? A) Spin a spinner with 5 sections. B) Flip a coin. C) Spin a spinner with 15 sections. D) Roll a die and flip a coin. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Spin a spinner with 15 sections. 17. Layla has 2 pairs of shoes and 6 pairs of socks. If each pair of socks and each pair of shoes is equally like to be chosen, which is the best simulation to show the probability of choosing any given combination? A) Roll a die and flip a coin. B) Roll a die two times. C) Flip a coin 6 times. D) Flip a coin 2 times. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Roll a die and flip a coin. 18. Bibliografi berisi ..... A) Catatan kaki. B) Biografi penulis. C) Sumber referensi. D) Kesimpulan. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Sumber referensi. 19. What are the types of research based on application? A) Pure and applied research. B) Qualitative and quantitative research. C) Theoretical and practical research. D) Descriptive and analytical research. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Pure and applied research. 20. Why do we randomly select our samples? A) For control. B) Reduce bias. C) So we don't get the same answers from everyone. D) To eliminate confounding results. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Reduce bias. 21. How do you choose valid sources for references? A) Select outdated articles from unknown authors. B) Choose sources based on personal opinions. C) Use sources with minimal citations. D) Select credible authors, recent publications, reputable publishers, well-cited works, and objective sources. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Select credible authors, recent publications, reputable publishers, well-cited works, and objective sources. 22. What do the results mean? A) Wi-Fi cannot be used indoors. B) The methods were not useful. C) The new techniques can improve indoor localization. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The new techniques can improve indoor localization. 23. Which of the following is NOT a general consideration for scientific writing? A) Thoroughly understand your sources. B) Support everything with evidence. C) Never make your reader work harder than they have to. D) Use complex jargon to impress readers. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Use complex jargon to impress readers. 24. How should a budget be prepared for a research project? A) Use the work plan as a starting point without adjustments. B) Present very detailed categories and amounts. C) Specify resources needed for each activity in the work plan. D) Include a contingency fund of 50%. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Specify resources needed for each activity in the work plan. 25. What is the purpose of medical journals? A) To organize medical conferences. B) To publish original research results. C) To sell medical equipment. D) To provide medical treatment. 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