Basics of Research Methods and Statistics Exam
Questions and Answers
1: What is the primary purpose of research?--- correct answer ---
The primary purpose of research is to explore, describe, explain, and predict
phenomena.
2: Define qualitative research.
Qualitative research is a method of inquiry that focuses on understanding
human behavior, experiences, and the reasons that govern such behavior.
3: What distinguishes quantitative research from qualitative research?---
correct answer --- Quantitative research involves the collection and analysis
of numerical data, while qualitative research focuses on non-numerical data
to understand concepts, opinions, or experiences.
4: What is a hypothesis in research?--- correct answer ---
A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between two or
more variables.
5: Describe the term variable in research.
A variable is any characteristic, number, or quantity that can be measured
or quantified.
, 6: What are independent and dependent variables?--- correct answer ---
Independent variables are manipulated to observe their effect on dependent
variables, which are the outcomes being measured.
7: What is a literature review?--- correct answer ---
A literature review is a comprehensive summary of previous research on a
topic, highlighting key findings, methodologies, and gaps in the research.
8: Explain the concept of sampling in research.
Sampling is the process of selecting a subset of individuals from a
population to represent the entire population in a study.
9: What is a random sample?--- correct answer ---
A random sample is a subset of individuals chosen from a larger set, where
each individual has an equal chance of being selected.
10: Define case study as a research method.
A case study is an in-depth examination of an individual, group, or event to
explore causation and find underlying principles.
11: What is meant by validity in research?--- correct answer ---
Questions and Answers
1: What is the primary purpose of research?--- correct answer ---
The primary purpose of research is to explore, describe, explain, and predict
phenomena.
2: Define qualitative research.
Qualitative research is a method of inquiry that focuses on understanding
human behavior, experiences, and the reasons that govern such behavior.
3: What distinguishes quantitative research from qualitative research?---
correct answer --- Quantitative research involves the collection and analysis
of numerical data, while qualitative research focuses on non-numerical data
to understand concepts, opinions, or experiences.
4: What is a hypothesis in research?--- correct answer ---
A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between two or
more variables.
5: Describe the term variable in research.
A variable is any characteristic, number, or quantity that can be measured
or quantified.
, 6: What are independent and dependent variables?--- correct answer ---
Independent variables are manipulated to observe their effect on dependent
variables, which are the outcomes being measured.
7: What is a literature review?--- correct answer ---
A literature review is a comprehensive summary of previous research on a
topic, highlighting key findings, methodologies, and gaps in the research.
8: Explain the concept of sampling in research.
Sampling is the process of selecting a subset of individuals from a
population to represent the entire population in a study.
9: What is a random sample?--- correct answer ---
A random sample is a subset of individuals chosen from a larger set, where
each individual has an equal chance of being selected.
10: Define case study as a research method.
A case study is an in-depth examination of an individual, group, or event to
explore causation and find underlying principles.
11: What is meant by validity in research?--- correct answer ---
