Research Methods for Social
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Allen Rubin
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, TABLE OF CONTENTS
Test Bank – Research Methods for Social Work, 10th Edition (ISBN 9780357764701)
Allen Rubin, Earl R. Babbie
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Chapter 1. Why Study Research?,
Chapter 2. Evidence-Informed Practice,
Chapter 3. Factors Influencing the Research Process,
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Chapter 4. Quantitative, Qualitative, and Mixed Methods of Inquiry,
Chapter 5. The Ethics and Politics of Social Work Research,
Chapter 6. Culturally Competent Research,
Chapter 7. Problem Formulation,
Chapter 8. Conceptualization in Quantitative and Qualitative Inquiry,
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Chapter 9. Measurement,
Chapter 10. Constructing Measurement Instruments,
Chapter 11. Causal Inference and Experimental Designs,
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Chapter 12. Quasi-Experimental Designs,
Chapter 13. Single-Case Evaluation Designs,
Chapter 14. Sampling,
Chapter 15. Surveys,
Chapter 16. Secondary Analysis,
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Chapter 17. Content Analysis and Historical Analysis,
Chapter 18. Qualitative Research: General Principles,
Chapter 19. Qualitative Research: Specific Methods,
Chapter 20. Qualitative Data Analysis,
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Chapter 21. Descriptive Data Analysis,
Chapter 22. Inferential Data Analysis,
Chapter 23. Meta-Analysis,
Chapter 24. Program Evaluation,
Chapter 25. Writing Research Proposals and Reports
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Chapter 01
1. Legitimate ex post facto hypothesizing requires additional research.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
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2. Inquiry is hindered when authority of experts speak outside their realm of expertise.
a. True
b. False
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ANSWER: True
3. According to the scientific method, scientific evidence that has been strongly supported in numerous replications is
open to question.
a. True
b. False
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ANSWER: True
4. All reviews of research on the effectiveness of social work practice agree that it is very effective.
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a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
5. Some research studies get published despite having violated key methodological principles.
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a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
6. Some social work services might have unintended harmful effects on clients, no matter how well trained the social
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workers are or how appropriately they deliver these services.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
7. When social work practitioners utilize research discriminatingly, they help uphold and advance the values and mission
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of their profession.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
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8. Refusing to examine research on the services we deliver has no bearing on how professionally ethical we are.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
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9. If a study has been published, it is certain that it has been conducted objectively and rigorously.
a. True
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b. False
ANSWER: False
10. Researchers employing the scientific method should be open to the pursuit of evidence that refutes their conclusions.
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a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
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11. What research concept helps clinical practitioners evaluate the quality and meaning of the clinical data they collect?
a. Sampling error
b. Data reliability
c. Data interpretation
d. Treatment planning
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ANSWER: b
12. How can social work practitioners ensure they are providing the most effective services to their clients?
a. By blindly following traditional practices without questioning their effectiveness
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b. By solely relying on the opinions of their supervisors
c. By regularly updating their knowledge with the latest research findings in the field
d. By prioritizing their workload and minimizing additional tasks such as reading research reports
ANSWER: c
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13. Despite a lack of empirical evidence, a group of social workers believes in a treatment approach because of widely
accepted beliefs within their profession. Which concept best describes this scenario?
a. Experiential reality
b. Selective observation
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c. Agreement reality
d. Critical thinking
ANSWER: c
14. Why does the scientific method emphasize transparency in reporting study details?
a. It allows researchers to conceal biases and subjective judgments.
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b. It facilitates collaboration among researchers from different fields.
c. It enables others to assess the basis for study conclusions.
d. It ensures that researchers can claim exclusive ownership of their findings.
ANSWER: c
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15. A social worker is evaluating different sources of knowledge about a client's situation. Which statement best reflects
the potential risks associated with relying solely on tradition and authority?
a. Relying on tradition and authority provides a strong foundation for decision-making, ensuring consistency,
and stability in practice.
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b. Tradition and authority may lead to closed-mindedness, inhibiting the exploration of alternative perspectives
and evidence-based practices.
c. Tradition and authority guarantee accuracy and objectivity, reducing the need for critical inquiry and
evaluation of information.
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Work 10th Edition
ST
UV
TEST BANK
IA
_A
PP
Allen Rubin
RO
Comprehensive Test Bank for Instructors
VE
and Students
D?
© Allen Rubin. All rights reserved. Reproduction or distribution without permission is
prohibited.
?
©MEDGEEK
, TABLE OF CONTENTS
Test Bank – Research Methods for Social Work, 10th Edition (ISBN 9780357764701)
Allen Rubin, Earl R. Babbie
ST
Chapter 1. Why Study Research?,
Chapter 2. Evidence-Informed Practice,
Chapter 3. Factors Influencing the Research Process,
UV
Chapter 4. Quantitative, Qualitative, and Mixed Methods of Inquiry,
Chapter 5. The Ethics and Politics of Social Work Research,
Chapter 6. Culturally Competent Research,
Chapter 7. Problem Formulation,
Chapter 8. Conceptualization in Quantitative and Qualitative Inquiry,
IA
Chapter 9. Measurement,
Chapter 10. Constructing Measurement Instruments,
Chapter 11. Causal Inference and Experimental Designs,
_A
Chapter 12. Quasi-Experimental Designs,
Chapter 13. Single-Case Evaluation Designs,
Chapter 14. Sampling,
Chapter 15. Surveys,
Chapter 16. Secondary Analysis,
PP
Chapter 17. Content Analysis and Historical Analysis,
Chapter 18. Qualitative Research: General Principles,
Chapter 19. Qualitative Research: Specific Methods,
Chapter 20. Qualitative Data Analysis,
RO
Chapter 21. Descriptive Data Analysis,
Chapter 22. Inferential Data Analysis,
Chapter 23. Meta-Analysis,
Chapter 24. Program Evaluation,
Chapter 25. Writing Research Proposals and Reports
VE
D?
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©MEDGEEK
, Name: Class: Date:
Chapter 01
1. Legitimate ex post facto hypothesizing requires additional research.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
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2. Inquiry is hindered when authority of experts speak outside their realm of expertise.
a. True
b. False
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ANSWER: True
3. According to the scientific method, scientific evidence that has been strongly supported in numerous replications is
open to question.
a. True
b. False
IA
ANSWER: True
4. All reviews of research on the effectiveness of social work practice agree that it is very effective.
_A
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
5. Some research studies get published despite having violated key methodological principles.
PP
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
6. Some social work services might have unintended harmful effects on clients, no matter how well trained the social
RO
workers are or how appropriately they deliver these services.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
7. When social work practitioners utilize research discriminatingly, they help uphold and advance the values and mission
VE
of their profession.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
D?
8. Refusing to examine research on the services we deliver has no bearing on how professionally ethical we are.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
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9. If a study has been published, it is certain that it has been conducted objectively and rigorously.
a. True
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, Name: Class: Date:
Chapter 01
b. False
ANSWER: False
10. Researchers employing the scientific method should be open to the pursuit of evidence that refutes their conclusions.
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a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
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11. What research concept helps clinical practitioners evaluate the quality and meaning of the clinical data they collect?
a. Sampling error
b. Data reliability
c. Data interpretation
d. Treatment planning
IA
ANSWER: b
12. How can social work practitioners ensure they are providing the most effective services to their clients?
a. By blindly following traditional practices without questioning their effectiveness
_A
b. By solely relying on the opinions of their supervisors
c. By regularly updating their knowledge with the latest research findings in the field
d. By prioritizing their workload and minimizing additional tasks such as reading research reports
ANSWER: c
PP
13. Despite a lack of empirical evidence, a group of social workers believes in a treatment approach because of widely
accepted beliefs within their profession. Which concept best describes this scenario?
a. Experiential reality
b. Selective observation
RO
c. Agreement reality
d. Critical thinking
ANSWER: c
14. Why does the scientific method emphasize transparency in reporting study details?
a. It allows researchers to conceal biases and subjective judgments.
VE
b. It facilitates collaboration among researchers from different fields.
c. It enables others to assess the basis for study conclusions.
d. It ensures that researchers can claim exclusive ownership of their findings.
ANSWER: c
D?
15. A social worker is evaluating different sources of knowledge about a client's situation. Which statement best reflects
the potential risks associated with relying solely on tradition and authority?
a. Relying on tradition and authority provides a strong foundation for decision-making, ensuring consistency,
and stability in practice.
?
b. Tradition and authority may lead to closed-mindedness, inhibiting the exploration of alternative perspectives
and evidence-based practices.
c. Tradition and authority guarantee accuracy and objectivity, reducing the need for critical inquiry and
evaluation of information.
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