An unlikely outcome of scientific inquiry would include:
a. identification of new research problems.
b. implementation of a perfect research design.
c. improved understanding of the real world.
d. increased ability to predict and control outcomes in nursing practice.
ANS: B
There is no perfect research study. All research designs have some flaw or weakness.
Good scientific inquiry will likely include identification of additional problems.
Improved understanding of the real world is a very realistic outcome of inquiry.
Experimental research strives to predict and control outcomes in practice.
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