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Introduction to Research Methods
Introduction to Research Methods
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Qualitative
methods include interviews, focus groups, ethnographic research
False
True
2
Journals
are a form of _______________
Primary research
Secondary data
Numerical data
Numerical data
3
What is the purpose of research?
To educate others and tabulate results
To advance knowledge and increase understanding
To get results
To develop a new theory
4
Quantitative
data
may be influenced
by external factors, such as measurement
errors
, sampling
biases
, or
ethical issues
False
True
5
Michael surveys the first 15 he sees inn the mall. Which sampling method is it?
Simple Random Sampling
Convenience Sampling
Cluster Sampling
Systematic Sampling
6
Research is _______
Searching again and again
finding solution to the problem
none of the above
Working in a scientific way to search for truth of any problem
7
This picture is an example of
A histogram
A piechart
A scattergram
A bar chart
8
You want to know which sport is the most popular. You ask 10 students from your university. This is
random
sampling.
True
False
9
This picture is an example of
A scattergram
A bar chart
A histogram
A piechart
10
What are the common Quantitative methods of collecting data?
Case studies
Close ended surveys
Focus groups
Interviews
11
The purpose of a research proposal is to ___________
demonstrate that I have the proper expertise & experience to do the project
propose a project that results in a significant contribution to knowledge
formulate detailed plan of project, including a methodological approach
All of the above
12
What is one advantage of using qualitative data?
It is all about the numbers
It is more interesting.
You get lots of detail
It can't be put in a graph easily.
13
Which of the following is the
first step
in starting a research process?
searching sources of information to locate problem
Searching for solutions to the problem
Survey of related literature
identification of problem
14
What is an
open
question?
One where the experimenter already knows the answer
One which you could give any answer to
One which is impossible to answer
One with a limited number of answers
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A big advantage of Quantitative research is that
Provide a deeper, more detailed & more holistic understanding of a problem
Can capture the context, culture, or diversity of the situations
reduces the risk of bias, error in the data collection and interpretation
explore the perspectives, feelings, or behaviors of the participants
16
Which of the following are methods used in research?
questionnaires, interviews, surveys, results
questionnaires, interviews, case studies, observations
present research findings and analyse research results
sample group and sample size
17
What must be avoided when conducting research?
Bias
Empathy
Privacy
Privacy
18
Qualitative
approach involves
All of the above
Measurements
Words, pictures, photos, videos,
Statistics
19
Hypothesis means
A mapped out idea of how research needs to be conducted
a summary of findings
an ongoing account of what's been done and needs to be done
problem, question or statement that one proposes to research
20
Characteristics of
Qualitative
methods
used to understand complex concepts, experiences, and opinions
involve gathering & analyzing datarecorded non-numerically (video, audio)
All of the above
used to develop new insights into problems or to generate new research
21
Dividing the population into subgroups (e.g. by age, qualifications) is what type of sampling?
Volunteer
Stratified
Systematic
Cluster
22
Bias refers to?
unfair preference or distortion
untrue or unrelated to the research topic
refers to being free from identification
100% Accuracy in research
23
Sample is generally smaller than a population of interest.
False
True
24
Choosing the best research method
depends on Research Questions
True
False
25
Define Ethics.
a good standing on the validity of research partcipants
system of moral principles
respect and integrity
Being honest
26
Quantitative
research seeks to understand the causal or correlational relationship b/w variables by testing hypotheses
False
True
27
Mixed-methods research involves collecting and analyzing both types of data in a single study
False
True
28
Quantitative
research does not provide objective, reliable, and generalizable results
True
False
29
What does
Quantitative
research do?
All of the above
Measures trend
Tests hypotheses
Establishes causal relationships
30
During a random sample, every person has an equal chance of being selected.
True
False
31
Advantages of mixed method approach
requires more skills to integrate & coordinate different types of methods
All of the above
Doesn't provide a comprehensive & balanced picture of the research problem
Enhances the reliability of the research by addressing different questions
32
The advantages of Qualitative research are
It can be subjective, inconsistent, or difficult to verify.
It can be influenced by a researcher's assumptions or biases
It can be used to generate new ideas, concepts, or theories
It can also be hard to analyze, organize, or present
33
Read the text in the image
Literature review
Case study
Interview
Observation
34
This picture is an example of
A line chart
A scattergram
A bar chart
A histogram
35
A housekeeper checks 3 rooms at random from each of the cleaners' areas of responsibility. What sample is it?
Simple Random
Stratified
Convenience
Cluster
36
If the study is repeating over an extended period of time, it is called _____
Longitudinal
Case study
Phenomenology
Ethnography
37
What is variable?
The correct answer to your question
Something that always stays the same
A problem
Something that can vary
38
Qualitative research involves numerical data.
False
True
39
A researcher is conducting research on mental health issues, what is the most suitable methodology to use?
Questionnaire
Observation
Observation
Qualitative research
40
How many steps are there in planning for research?
8
12
1
5
41
What are the common
Quatitative
methods of collecting data?
Polls
Questionnaires
All of the above
Interviews
42
Print sources include:
computer, podcasts and radio
websites, social media and pamphlets
Books, Journals and newspapers
google images, photographs and films
43
Which of the below are the types of data?
primary, secondary, qualitative and quantitative
individuals and groups
quality and quantity, tertiary and secondary
questionnaires and interviews
44
What does Methodology mean?
The consideration of which type of data will be collected
The actual research techniques used by sociologists
All of the statements define 'methodology'
The ideas behind the choice of method
45
Primary sources of data include
interviews and webpages
articles and case studies
interviews and focus groups
books and questionaires
46
If I ask the 4th person starting with the 3rd person, which sampling method did I use?
Stratified Sampling
Convenience Sampling
Systematic Sampling
Simple Random Sampling
47
This picture is an example of
A scattergram
A bar chart
A piechart
A histogram
48
A big advantage of Qualitative research is that
Can be generalized to larger populations or contexts
Reduces the risk of bias, error in the data collection and interpretation
Provides objective, reliable, and generalizable results
Provides a deeper, more detailed & more holistic understanding of a problem
49
Qualitative
research seeks to understand a phenomenon within a real-world context by using interviews and observation
True
False
50
Sampling error is unavoidable if you take a sample.
False
True
51
What kind of Research Methods do you know?
Mixed methods
Qualitative
Quantitative
All of the above
52
A bibliography is best to be described as
a list that includes all the sources a researcher has used
a document that is to be written in alphabetical order
a list of all the primary sources the researcher has used
a document that provides additional information to the IRP
53
Qualitative
research is often used to
explore the meaning
behind
quantitative data
True
False
54
What does a
participant
in research mean?
Someone who influences your research design decisions
Someone who is taking part in your study
One of the assistants
Someone who reads your work
55
Sampl
ing
refers to ________
subset of population selected for measurement
characteristics of research
Process of choosing the people & place of collecting data
All of the above
56
You should not identify your participants when you write a report. This is known as _____________
Confidentiality
Good manners
Witness protection
Secrecy
