Correct

All scientific research begins with an idea that is to be
studied and involves the interaction of rational thought
and empirical observation. The most general sequence of
phases in a research project is: Idea-generating phase,
Problem-definition phase, Procedures-design phase, Observations phase,
Data-analysis phase, Interpretation phase, and Communication phase.
Under some conditions, however, that general sequence can be altered.
But the beginning (ideas) and the end (communication) are stable points.