Applications of the research loop involve of new research studies of previous research to test the reproducibility of previous research findings studies to test the specificity and generalizability of previous research findings.

First blank: Initial

Second blank: Replication

Third blank: Convergent research

Explanation:

The Research Loop is established to close the gap of events that occurs between a previous research published and new research commencement.

However, application of a research loop starts with the studying the front matters (initials) of a new tentative research framework from current observations, then replicating the previous findings for credibility and lastly by incorporating a convergent research studies to examine the specificity and acceptance level of previous research.

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