a. Burhan Bungin. Research is a knowledge system that has an important role in building and developing the science itself.
b. Marzuki. The study is an attempt to collect, search, and analyze the facts of a matter.
c. Soerjono Soekanto. Research is the process of revealing the truth that is based on the use of the basic concepts are well known in the science.
d. Seotrisno Hadi. The study is an attempt to find something to fill the void or lack, develop and expand and dig deeper into what already exists, and to test the truth of what is out there, but it is still doubtful.
e. Supranto. Research from the field of science is an activity undertaken to obtain facts or principles patiently, carefully and systematically.
In general, the purpose of the study is as follows:
a. Find something (knowledge) is new in a particular field.
b. Testing the truth of something (knowledge) in the field who have been there.
c. Developing something (knowledge) in the field who have been there.
d. Writing scientific papers such as create theses, theses, and dissertations.
Talking about social research means directing research activities to investigate and understand the facts, symptoms, and social problems that exist in society. It was based on the approach, procedures, theories, concepts, and instruments that are available in the building of a social science (sociology).
