Which of the following sequences of research steps is nearer to scientific method ?
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Suggested solution of the problem, Deducing the consequences of the solution, Perceiving the problem situation, Location of the difficulty and testing the solutions.
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Perceiving the problem situation, Locating the actual problem and its definition, Hypothesizing, Deducing the consequences of the suggested solution and Testing the hypothesis in action.
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Defining a problem, Identifying the causes of the problem, Defining a population, Drawing a sample, Collecting data and Analysing results
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Identifying the causal factors, Defining the problem, Developing a hypothesis, Selecting a sample, Collecting data and arriving at generalizations and Conclusions.