Research reports include statement of the problem to be investigated, literature review, methodology, data analysis, and conclusions. Look for information about sample size and population, statistical data, previous studies, restatement of the investigated problem, and a summation verifying the conclusions.

If your research will rely on statistical reports, verify that survey questions and population surveyed are pertinent to your topic and cover a relevant time period. Ask yourself whether there is a logical connection between the data and your topic. Then ask your professor or study group for support with statistical analysis.