Question 24

Question

Jabu is studying the effects of urban green spaces on mental health in Cape Town. Initially, he finds too much general information on urban planning. To better align his research with his objectives, Jabu should:



Shift his focus solely to the types of plants used in urban green spaces.

Refine his research to "impact of urban green spaces on mental health among Cape Town residents."

Expand his search to include all types of urban spaces globally.

Concentrate his research on the cost-effectiveness of urban green spaces.

The correct answer is 2. Indicate why 3 is the incorrect choice.


This focus would lead Jabu towards economic evaluations and away from the qualitative and quantitative analysis of mental health benefits.


This approach could lead to information overload, making it difficult for Jabu to draw meaningful conclusions applicable to his initial interest.


This focus shifts the research away from the broader inquiry into how these spaces as a whole affect mental health.

Answer 1

The correct answer is that option 3 is incorrect because:

This approach could lead to information overload, making it difficult for Jabu to draw meaningful conclusions applicable to his initial interest.

By expanding his search to include all types of urban spaces globally, Jabu may encounter an overwhelming amount of information that does not specifically pertain to the unique context of urban green spaces in Cape Town. This could dilute his focus and hinder his ability to arrive at targeted, relevant insights regarding the impact of urban green spaces on mental health in his specific study area. Therefore, refining his research question to align closely with his objectives, as suggested in option 2, is a more effective approach.