Sociological Research

Which of the following describes secondary analysis?

• Reviewing survey research

• Graphing data visually

• Reviewing experimental research

• Using pre-collected data

The more hours a student studies the higher their grades will be is an example of...

• Negative correlation

• Positive correlation

This research method is ideal for studying large numbers of people.

• Experiment

• Interview

• Survey

What type of questions are used in an interview?

• Closed-ended questions

• Open-ended questions

Which of the following topics are included in census data?

• Martial status

• Education

• Race

• Occupation

Ms. Zibilich wants to survey Hannan students about their opinions on school pep rallies. How would she collect a representative sample?

• Choosing 10 seniors to answer the survey

• Choosing 15 faculty members to answer the survey

• Randomly selecting high school students from Northshore schools

• Randomly selecting students from grades 8-12 at Hannan

This research tool includes surveys and pre-collected data.

• Qualitative research methods

• Quantitative research methods

What is one advantage of a close-ended question survey?

• Responses are limited to pre-set answers

• Surveys can be expensive to produce

• Many people do not respond to surveys

• A large number of responses can be collected

Why is the scientific method used when conducting research?

• It encouraged randomness when doing research

• It enhances social responsibility

• It lessens the need for professional competence

• It provides a systematic way to pursue knowledge

Which of the following are examples of variables in research?

• Age

• Education

• Gender

• Occupation