Students who enrolled in an introductory research course often find the task of selecting a research problem difficult because
A) one must select a problem when one's knowledge of the research process is limited.
B) there is not a foundation of previous research in education upon which to build.
C) experience and knowledge in one's area seem to have little relationship to the conduct of research in that area.
There is a paucity of researchable problems for beginning researchers in education.

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Students who are just starting to learn the research process may struggle with selecting a research problem because they have limited knowledge and experience with the process.

Answer: D
 None of the reasons listed in the options are wholly accurate or complete, so the best answer is to choose "none of the above."

Note: Option B is inaccurate because there is a significant amount of past research in education that can serve as a foundation for new research. Option C is also inaccurate because experience and knowledge in one's area can be very helpful in conducting research in that area. Option D is the most appropriate choice because it accurately reflects that the options provided are not comprehensive or completely accurate.

Students Who Enrolled in an Introductory Research Course Often Find