12 CAFS: Research Fundamentals 2

Which of the following best describes stratified sampling?

• Each individual in the population is chosen entirely by random

• Individuals are selected at regular intervals from the population

• The population is divided into subgroups and only individuals in certain subgroups are randomly selected

• The population is divided into subgroups and individuals are then randomly selected from each subgroup

Jacob breached copyright in his research project.

 

Which of the following best describes Jacob’s research project?

• His research was biased

• His research lacked integrity

• His research provided unreliable results

• His primary research data was negatively affected

Which of the following is a true statement about sampling?

• It is a secondary research method

• It ensures the hypothesis is always correct

• It allows findings to be applied to the group being investigated

• It gives an opportunity to interview all individuals affected by the research topic

A student is researching the hypothesis that adolescent females contribute more to household tasks than adolescent males. Four females and two males are selected to be interviewed as the sample group.

Using this sample group may lead to

(a)  

• Biased results
• Subjective data
• Issues of privacy
• Valid conclusions

Which of the following is an example of a secondary research method that could be used in a research project on work-life balance?

• Observing individuals in the workplace

• Randomly surveying individuals on work habits

• Interviewing individuals about their career choices

• Analysing census data on home and employment commitments

Which of the following is an advantage of sampling when conducting research?

• It guarantees subject participation

• It allows the researcher to collect digital data

• It increases the amount of information collected

• It provides the researcher with a cross-section of the population

Which of the following provides integrity to the results of a research project?

• Protecting the privacy of respondents

• Relying on both print and digital data

• Presenting the findings without change or modification

• Using two or more research methodologies to obtain data

Which row of the table provides a correct definition of both a research question and a research hypothesis?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Why should a researcher acknowledge all the sources used in the bibliography of their report?

• It shows academic integrity

• It shows awareness of the hypothesis

• It maintains participant confidentiality

• It enhances the reliability of the research

What is meant by reliability in relation to research?

• The research can be conducted again with a different sample group

• The research data gathered is influenced in favour of one point of view

• Primary and secondary research data are carefully selected and planned

• Similar results will be produced if the research is conducted again under the same conditions