Question

which of the following are traits of effective research questions? check all that apply.
they are narrow enough that they can be answered with a simple statement of fact.
they push writers to investigate subjects about which there is some debate.
they are not so broad that they force writers to sort through overwhelming amounts of information.
it is possible to uncover their answers by analyzing and synthesizing information obtained through research.
directions: determine whether each research question is too broad, too narrow, or effective for a college - level essay.
research question
too broad
too narrow
effective
what are the effects of cyberbullying on children?
what is cyberbullying?
how are people affected by technology?

Explanation:

• For the first part:
• An effective research question should not be so narrow that it can be answered with a simple fact (as it won't allow for in - depth exploration). But it should be narrow enough to avoid being overly broad. It should prompt investigation (even if there is debate) and allow for answer - seeking through analysis and synthesis of research - obtained information.
• For the second part:
• "What are the effects of cyberbullying on children?" is effective as it has a focused scope (cyberbullying on children) and can be explored through research.
• "What is cyberbullying?" is too narrow as it is a simple definitional question (but in the context of the given options, it might be considered as having a very limited scope).
• "How are people affected by technology?" is too broad as "people" is a very general group and "technology" is a vast field.

Answer:

• First part:
• They push writers to investigate subjects about which there is some debate.
• They are not so broad that they force writers to sort through overwhelming amounts of information.
• It is possible to uncover their answers by analyzing and synthesizing information obtained through research.
• Second part:
• What are the effects of cyberbullying on children? - Effective
• What is cyberbullying? - Too Narrow
• How are people affected by technology? - Too Broad