Describe five scientific methods of research inquiry

Question

In a 3 - 4 page paper address the following:

• Identify and describe five scientific methods of research inquiry and how you would apply them to a research project.

• Be sure to provide examples.

• Develop a hypothesis focused on the professional practices of criminal justice practitioners.

  • An example of a hypothesis would be: You could propose a hypothesis that focuses on whether law enforcement is better equipped to handle terrorism post 9/11 or whether airline safety has improved since the attacks of 9/11, etc.

• Then select two methods of inquiries and how you would apply them to your hypothesis to reach a conclusion.