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This is a summary of the research report and typically runs no more than 120 words. It includes information about the hypothesis, the procedure, and the broad pattern of results. Called the ____

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abstract

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Research articles usually have five sections: an ____, an ____, a ____ section, a ____ section, and a ____ section.

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abstract, introduction, method, results, discussion

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In this section, the research outlines the problem that has been investigated. Past research and theories relevant to the problem are described in detail. Called the ____

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introduction

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Also in the introduction section the specific expectations of the researcher are noted, often as formal ____.

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hypotheses

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This section is divided into subsections, the number of subsections determined by the author and dependent on the complexity of the research design. Called the ____ section

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method

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In this section, the researcher presents the findings, usually in three ways. Called the ____ section

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results

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Results 1: First, there is a description in ____ form.

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narrative

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Results 2: Second, the results are described in ____ language.

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statistical

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Results 3: Third, the material is often depicted in ____ and ____.

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tables and graphs

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In this section, the researcher reviews the research from various perspectives. Called the ____ section.

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discussion