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The document outlines the importance of defining a research problem, emphasizing that a well-defined problem is crucial for effective research. It describes the characteristics of a good research problem, the purpose of a problem statement, and techniques for formulating one. Additionally, it provides examples of problem statements to illustrate how to clearly articulate a research issue.

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Research Problem Statement_SBB

The document outlines the importance of defining a research problem, emphasizing that a well-defined problem is crucial for effective research. It describes the characteristics of a good research problem, the purpose of a problem statement, and techniques for formulating one. Additionally, it provides examples of problem statements to illustrate how to clearly articulate a research issue.

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Research problem Statement

SAT I S H KU M A R BA B U R AO B O N GA RD E
PH.D. RESEARCH SCHOLAR
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
S C H O O L O F E N G I N E E R I N G A N D T E C H N O L O G Y,
S H I VA J I U N I V E R S I T Y K O L H A P U R .
Defining a Research Problem

“A Problem Well-Defined is a Problem Half-Solved”


- Charles Kettering, Head of Research at General Motors from 1920 to 1947.
Research Problem: Definition

 A research problem is a statement about an area of concern, a condition to be improved, a difficulty to be eliminated,

or a troubling question that exists in scholarly literature, in theory, or in practice that points to the need for meaningful

understanding and deliberate investigation.

 A research problem defines the topic of study in a research undertaking.

 A research problem is a specific challenge or knowledge gap that sets the foundation for research. It is the primary

statement about a topic in a field of study, and the findings from a research undertaking provide solutions to the

research problem.

 A research problem statement is a brief and precise description of the problem that a researcher wishes to

investigate. It defines the research’s focus and serves as a framework for developing research questions or hypotheses.
Research Problem

 A research problem is an issue that raises concern about a particular topic.


 Researchers formulate research problems by examining other
literature on the topic and assessing the significance and relevance of
the problem.
 Creating a research problem involves an overview of a broad problem area
and then narrowing it down to the specifics by creating a framework for
the topic.
 General problem areas used in formulating research problems include
workplace and theoretical research.
Purpose of a Research Problem statement

A problem statement in research seeks to achieve the following:


1. Introduce the importance of the topic in the research proposal.

2. Position the problem in an appropriate and particular context.

3. Provide a framework to analyze and report results.


Criteria and Characteristics of a Good Research
Problem

1. The problem can be stated clearly and concisely.


2. The problem generates research questions.
3. It is grounded in theory.
4. It relates to one or more academic fields of study.
5. It has a base in the research literature.
6. It has potential significance/importance.
7. It is do-able within the time frame, budget.
8. Sufficient data are available or can be obtained.
9. The researcher’s methodological strengths can be applied to the problem.
10. The problem is new; it is not already answered sufficiently.
Evaluation of the Research Problem

• Will the research results have social, educational or scientific value?


• Will it be possible to apply the results in practice?
• Will the research opt new problems and lead to further research?
• Is there enough reach gap left within the area of research?
• Will it be possible for another researcher to repeat the research?
• Are you motivated to undertake the research?
Necessity of Defining The Problem

Quite often we all hear that a problem clearly stated is a problem half

solved.
A proper definition of research problem will enable the researcher to be on

the track whereas an ill-defined problem may create hurdles.


Thus, defining a research problem properly is a prerequisite for any study

and is a step of the highest importance.


Technique Involved In Defining A Problem

Techniques involved are:


• Statement of the problem in a general way
• Understanding the nature of the problem
• Surveying the available literature
• Developing the ideas through discussions
• Rephrasing the research problem into a working proposition
Problem Statement

A concise wording of the problem to be tackled.


Your research problem statement is the foundation and focus of your
research report.
It is a clear, stand-alone statement that makes explicit what it is you are
aiming to discover or establish. A good problem statement is specific.
Many researchers have difficulty formulating a concise problem statement.
The statement of the problem is sometimes written as a separate chapter
and sometimes located at the very end of the review literature.
Problem Statement

At a minimum, a problem statement should include


• What is the problem or defect?
• Magnitude of the problem?
• Where is the problem?
• Why is it important to work on this problem?
Problem Statement - Example

Pizza Delivery Times: Pizza delivery times at the Westside location have been
averaging 38 minutes on Friday and Saturday nights (high volume methods).
As a result, 20% of the Pizzas are being delivered late (past 30 minutes).
Delivering piazza in less than 30 minutes is crucial to increase revenue and
customer satisfaction.
Problem Statement - Example

Problem statements can be formatted as a bulleted list or as paragraph:


 What is the problem: High defect rates

 Magnitude of the problem : 4.5 % of production

 Where is the problem: Second shift Assembly Line 1

 Why is it so important: Reducing defects is critical to improve customer

satisfaction.
Problem Statement - Example

Second shift assembly line 1 is producing defects at a rate of 4.5 % of


production (based on the number of returns we are receiving from
customers). Reducing defects is critical to improve customer satisfaction.
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