QUESTION $2$

$(20$ Marks

$2\mathrm{.}1$ In the context of research in academic institutions, what role does a guide or mentor play in

$(10$ marks$)$

formulating a research problem?

$2\mathrm{.}2$ Explain how the researcher can narrow down a general problem and phrase it in operational terms.

$(10$ marks$)$

Provide an example to illustrate your answer.