How to write a problem statement
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The document outlines how to write a problem statement for a research study, highlighting its importance as the foundation of the study and detailing its characteristics, such as being concise and original. It discusses the two types of problem statements, formal and informal, as well as essential considerations and components to include, like the targeted audience and assumptions. Overall, the document serves as a guide for crafting an effective problem statement that directs the research purpose.
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How to write a problem statement
- 1. How to Write a Problem Statement
- 2. THE PROBLEM STATEMENT • Foundation of any research study • Indicates the Problem or questions related to the topic • Justifies the topic and the leading study based on it • Brief and concise, mostly one paragraph • Specifically considers only the scope of the project
- 4. KEY ASPECTS OF PROBLEM STATEMENT ¤ It should be leading among all the other components of the study ¤ It should be perfectly original ¤ It should be providing direction regarding the purpose or overarching questions ¤ It should be covering a broader context in a concise manner
- 5. TYPES OF PROBLEM STATEMENTS There rare two types of problem statement Formal Problem Statement Informal Problem Statement
- 6. POINTS OF CONSIDERATION • Are there chances of continuation of the problem in the future? • Is the problem statement based on current scenarios? • Is the problem practically applicable? • To what extent the impact of the problem is seen on the population? • Is this problem capable of producing solution through the study?
- 7. COMPONENTS OF PROBLEM STATEMENT • To the point wordings to be used • Targeted audience for the research top be specified • All possible assumptions to be declared • All possible limitations to be declared
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- 9. THE END