A research question should be clear and focused. For example:
Unclear Question: Why is there so much gun violence in the U.S.A.?
Clearer Question: What political, social and economic factors contribute to maintaining elevated rates of gun violence in the U.S.A.? ![](https://libapps-ca.s3.amazonaws.com/customers/506/images/IM_Formulate_Research_Question_Canva.png)