The document provides an overview of research methodology. It defines research as a systematic process of inquiry aimed at discovering and generating new knowledge. The key aspects of research covered include formulating research problems and objectives, reviewing previous literature, developing testable hypotheses, designing the research study, collecting and analyzing data, and interpreting and reporting findings. Examples are given of each step of the research process. Criteria for good research such as clearly defined concepts and terms, consideration of limitations, and usefulness of findings are also discussed.

1. Research Methodology

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6. Amount of knowledge Advancement of Technology Utility of Applications Quality of Life Basic Research Applied Research Application Development Funding Curiosity

16. Role of research in management

21. RESEARCH PROCESS Define Research Problem Review Concepts And theories Review Previous Research findings Formulate hypothesis Design Research (Including Sample Design) Collect Data Analyse Data Interpret and report FF F F F FF I II III IV V VI VII F FF Feed Back Feed Forward Review the literature

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40. REVIEW OF LITERATURE 4

49. Defining Problem, Results in Clear Cut Research Objectives.. Symptom Detection Statement of Research Objectives Analysis of the Situation Problem Definition

53. FORMULATION OF HYPOTHESIS STEP-6