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Which option describes a research question?(1 point)
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a question that identifies a topic that you want to learn more about
a question that identifies a topic that you want to learn more about

a question that encourages the reader to find out more about the topic
a question that encourages the reader to find out more about the topic

a question placed in the conclusion of an essay to make the reader think
a question placed in the conclusion of an essay to make the reader think

a question that reveals where you can find information about a topic
a question that reveals where you can find information about a topic
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Answer 1

The best option that describes a research question is:

**a question that identifies a topic that you want to learn more about.**

This captures the essence of what a research question is meant to do, as it focuses on clarifying what the researcher is interested in investigating further.