QUESTION ONE $[66]$

Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow:

$1\mathrm{.}1$ Identify and elaborate on the eight $(8)$ hallmarks of scientific research to assist Drenan to

get started with this pre$-$audit inquisition. $(16)$

$1\mathrm{.}2$ Provide a title for this report. $(3)$

$1\mathrm{.}3$ Develop a primary objective of Drenan$$s study. $(3)$

$1\mathrm{.}4$ Explain who will constitute Drenan$$s target population and why? $(5)$

$1\mathrm{.}5$ Given the scale of the study, should Drenan employ a sampling strategy?

Justify your answer. $(8)$

$1\mathrm{.}6$ Which data collection method do you suggest Drenan to apply to his study?

Justify why it is most suitable for this study. $(8)$

$1\mathrm{.}7$ Data analysis is the penultimate step in the research process. Due to its intricacies,

researchers have identified a five $(5)$ step method for analysing data.

Assist Drenan by outlining and discussing this process. $(15)$

$1\mathrm{.}8$ Ethics play a vital role in the research process, especially in the public sector where

transparency is crucial.

Discuss the factors that Drenan should take into consideration when conducting any kind of

research or inquisition to ensure ethical reflection.