INQUIRIES,

INVESTIGATIONS,
AND IMMERSION
Quarter 3- Module 2:
Identifying the Problem and Asking the
Questions

Submitted by:
Sammer Faye T. Bisnar Grade 12-STEM
(STUDENT)

Submitted to:
Mrs. Gen Marie Sumaculob
(TEACHER)

What I Know
Identify the basic parts of a research paper described in each statement.

Answers:

1. Conceptual Framework
2. Definition of Terms
3. Introduction
4. Scope and Delimitation
5. Hypothesis
6. Significance of the Study
7. Conceptual Framework
8. Background of the Study/Notes in Chapter 1
9. Statement of the Problem
10. Research Methodology

LESSON 2: IDENTIFYING THE PROBLEM AND ASKING THE

QUESTIONS

What’s In
One of the purposes of research is to address the pressing issues in the society. As a student who is a
keen observer and is aware of the local, national or international affairs, list down three crucial
concerns and propose a solution for each.
1. Local Issue: 2. National Issue: 3. International Issue:
Problem High electricity price Poor internet Poverty and hunger
signal issues
Usage of Launching of The government
renewable our own officials from all
energies satellites; and over the globe
Proposed Solution cell towers must focus on how
construction. to address and
solve these issues
rather than
focusing on petty
wars.

What’s More
Formulate a null and an alternative hypothesis for each of the following.
1. Effects of temperature on plant pigmentation
Null: Alternative:

There is no significant relationship between the There is a significant relationship between the
effects of temperature on plant pigmentation. effects of temperature on plant pigmentation.
2. Effects of fertilizer on plant growth
Null: Alternative:

There is no significant relationship between the There is a significant relationship between the
effects of fertilizer on plant growth. effects of fertilizer on plant growth.

What I Have Learned

Based on lessons discussed, answer each question in three or more sentences.
1. Why do we have to write background of the study?
 It is necessary to write background of the study because it is the one who explains the
context and importance of the study- involving current data or status of the problem,
existing studies related to it, and the history that paved way to the development of the
research problem. Generally, it aims to emphasize the reasons why this study is worthy
to be conducted. Other than that, it is a part of the research that provides adequate
information allowing the readers to understand every detail and how and why your study
is being done.

2. Why should we include the list of defined terms in our study?

 It is important to include the list of defined terms in our research study for it allows the
readers to comprehend the meaning and usage of every component in the study. Having
a definition for each word enable an individual to have a general understanding of
a word or subject; it allows everyone to relate about a certain issue or topic that may not
be given that much attention.

3. Why do we have to set the limitation of the study?

 It is crucial to set the limitation of the study because it permits researchers and readers to
fully understand the pacing or flow of events in a certain study. Always bear in mind that
it must answer the four Ws and the 1 H- the what, why, where, when, and how questions.
Thus, limitation of the study is the one who proves the validity and reliability of your
study.
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Benefits
 Results of this study will give the people in the
Beneficiary 1: Community community knowledge on how to obliterate
E.coli (Escherichia coli) with Anagas
(Semecarpus cuneiformis) Leaf Extract.
The innovation of the antibacterial properties of
Anagas (Semecarpus cuneiformis) Leaf Extract
Beneficiary 2: Medical practitioners will help in solving health care problems since
an additional antibacterial agent may be added
to the readily available remedies.
Outcome from the study will contribute in the
breakthrough of new ideas and information
regarding the antibacterial properties of Anagas
Beneficiary 3: Medical technology
(Semecarpus cuneiformis) Leaf Extract against
students E.coli (Escherichia coli).
They could gain new ideas and knowledge from
the result of the study which would serve as a
Beneficiary 4: Future researchers basis for those who wants to create further
studies or research of the same concept.

A. Scope and Delimitation

Answer the following questions below to set the parameters of your study.

1. What is the topic of your study and This study is all about the antibacterial
the variables to be included? activity of Anagas (Semecarpus
cuneiformis) leaf extract against E.coli
(Escherichia coli.
The independent variable in this study is
the Anagas (Semecarpus cuneiformis)
leaf extract and the dependent variable is
E.coli (Escherichia coli). Also, the
positive control will be the antibiotic
and the negative control will be the
distilled water.
2. Why should your study be This study should be conducted in
conducted? State the objective. order to create a natural alternative
cure for over the counter drugs that
may or may not suppress the growth
of Escherichia coli infection.
The main objective of this study is to
evaluate and assess the antibacterial
activity of Semecarpus cuneiformis
Leaf Extract on the inhibition of
Escherichia coli.
3. Where will your study be conducted? This study will be conducted at West
State the locale. Visayas State University Central
Laboratory, Iloilo City, Philippines.
 4. When will your study be conducted? This study will be conducted in June
of 2021.
5. How will your study be conducted? This study will utilize the Completely
State the research design, Randomized Design (CRD) where five
instrument, and methodology. treatments will be used with three
replicates on each extract on the test
organism, Escherichia coli.
This experimental design consists of:
the dependent and independent variables
and the control group. The independent
variable will include varying treatments
of Anagas (Semecarpus cuneiformis)
Leaf Extract, as the experimental group
and Antibiotic on distilled water. On the
other hand, dependent variable will be
the diameter of zone of inhibition
manifested by Anagas (Semecarpus
cuneiformis) Leaf Extract against E.coli
(Escherichia coli).
Moreover, this study will be conducted
using sensitivity testing on the test
organisms and will use the following
methods:
• Collection of Semecarpus cuneiformis
leaves
• Plant Identification of Semecarpus
cuneiformis
• Phytochemical Analysis
• Extraction of Leaf Samples
• Preparation of Treatments
• Preparation of Petri Dishes
• Preparation of Standard Culture Inoculums
• Preparation of MHA (Mueller-Hinton
Agar)
• Standardization of Antibiotic as Control
• Testing for Antimicrobial Activity
• Incubation of Plates
• Measuring the Diameter Zone of Inhibition
• Data Gathering Procedure
• Interpretation of Results
• Disposal
• Statistical Data Analysis Procedure

Assessment
 A. Write your chosen research problem. Formulate the general objective consistent with
the pattern given by Creswell and Clark (2014).

The purpose of this experimental study is to determine the antibacterial activity of

Anagas (Semecarpus cuneiformis) leaf extract against E.coli (Escherichia coli).

B. Develop at least two specific research questions that correspond to your general
statement of the problem.

Research Question
1. Is Semecarpus cuneiformis leaf extract an effective antibacterial agent when tested in varying
concentrations?
2. Does the amount of extract affect the antibacterial property of Semecarpus cuneiformis?

Additional Activities
Issue: High electricity price
General Statement of the Problem: The high electricity price in the province of Guimaras.
Specific Research Questions
What are the possible causes and factors that affect the price of electricity?
Does high electricity price affect people in different aspects of life, especially financial
aspect?