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Response to Powell
Indeed whether it is an academic or professional research, a researcher aims to find quantifiable and verifiable information on a particular subject to increase knowledge and understanding of such topics. However, while Powell finds Google and Youtube helpful in the research process, the information obtained from the sources would not always be professional because professionals post it. Therefore, it would be better to conduct research using more reliable sources such as Google Scholar and library databases. Such sources mostly contain articles that have undergone extensive review and have been deemed scholarly (Vijayalakshmi & Sivapragasam, 2019). On the other hand, Powell’s research may be similar to that conducted in various industries and businesses in terms of profit and safety. Nevertheless, it is worth noting multiple commercial industries and businesses do more extensive research, and they rely more on scholarly and professional sources (Vijayalakshmi & Sivapragasam, 2019). Finally, Powell’s research differs from the scientific research conducted in the lab on quantifiable and reliable grounds.
Response to Miller
For Miller, research is diligently finding information from a reputable source. However, it is essential to understand that research is an inquiry into and studying material to institute facts and reach a conclusion (Vijayalakshmi & Sivapragasam, 2019). Meanwhile, friends alone might not provide detailed information if an individual opts to buy a house. The utilization of Google search can aid in gathering the data. On the other hand, academic research is scientific in nature. It requires the use of peer-reviewed articles to systematically investigate a problem, and then identify the facts that will help solve the problem (Vijayalakshmi & Sivapragasam, 2019). For instance, the cost implication of buying a house in Las Vegas versus renting; thus, Google scholar can be useful in this case. Furthermore, industrial research is different from what Miller wants to undertake since it will be a thoroughly researched survey made to ensure products meet the required standards. Actually, Vijayalakshmi and Sivapragasam (2019) portray that scientific research has hypothesis and theories put into consideration and should be systematically planned before undertaking them, what was not the case with Miller.
References
Vijayalakshmi, G., & Sivapragasam, C. (2019). Research Methods Tips and Techniques. MJP Publisher.