After reading chapter 1 & 3 in the book 
Portney, L. G. (2020). Foundations of clinical research: Applications to evidence-based practice (4th ed). F.A. Davis: Philadelphia, PA.
Create a heading for each question to organize your answers (please cut and paste each question into your document).  Each answer should be at least 1/2 page long, creating a final submission of at least 2 pages.      Take time to reflect on each question and use your own words.  The document should follow APA guidelines.  When referring to the textbook, citations are not required.  
All assignments should have a cover page including:  
Title of assignment
Your Name
Department, University
Course Name
Professor’s Name
Date
Assignment questions:
1. List and describe the five steps in the research process.
2. Explain the major differences between quantitative and qualitative studies.
3. What is the purpose of the review of literature in defining a research question?
4. Why is a research question important to a study?  Describe the PICO elements that should be included in a research question.