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Chapter 1

                                                     Introduction


                     1.1: Background of the study:

                         Approximately 1 page

                     1.2: Research Gap:

                         Approximately  2 pages though it depends on the  available  variables.  If a
                         researcher finds more variables in their study, the pages can be increased and
                         vice versa.

                     1.3: Research Problem:

                         Approximately half of a page or one page.


                     1.4: Research Questions:

                         Develop and mention research questions derived from the research problems.

                     1.5: Research Objectives:


                         Explain the key objectives the researcher wants to reach.

                     1.6: Significance of the study:

                         Mention why the research was important.

                     1.6.1: Theoretical Contribution:


                           In approximately half of a page, mention the theories derived during the
                           study.


                     1.6.2: Applied Contribution:

                           Mention the theoretical models and their applications in the research.


                    Fig: 2.1.3 A model method for arranging constituents in the Introduction of synopsis

                                            2.1.2.4 Literature Review in a Synopsis

                                               A  literature  review  is a  comprehensive  examination
                                            of academic  sources focusing on a particular  subject. Its
                                            primary purpose is to present a broad summary of the existing
                                            knowledge on the topic, enabling you to identify pertinent
                                            theories, methodologies, and areas where further research is
                                            needed. This process of reviewing the literature equips you



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