Prepping for Data Collection Quiz (Chapters 8-10)

What is the purpose of doing a pilot study?

• To select the research population

• To test the effectiveness of data collection methods

• To gather preliminary data for analysis

• To determine the sample size for the main study

Which of the following is NOT a reason to do a pilot study?

• To finalize the research population

• To determine the time needed to collect data

• To check if participants understand instructions and questions

• To practice interviewing or facilitation skills

What is the purpose of selecting a sample in research?

• To exclude certain groups from the study

• To reduce the time and cost of data collection

• To increase the generalizability of the findings

• To ensure the research population is representative

What is the difference between probability and non-probability sampling?

• Probability sampling is random, while non-probability sampling is not

• Probability sampling is used in qualitative research, while non-probability sampling is used in quantitative research

• Probability sampling requires a large sample size, while non-probability sampling requires a small sample size

• Probability sampling is more accurate, while non-probability sampling is less accurate

Which sampling strategy is best for selecting large, representative samples?

• Systematic sampling

• Simple random sampling

• Convenience sampling

• Stratified sampling

What is active listening?

• Listening to music while conducting interviews

• Listening attentively and showing understanding to the speaker

• Listening to recorded interviews after data collection

• Listening to participants' body language

Why is it important to take good notes during data collection?

• To have a record of participants' personal information

• To transcribe the entire interview or discussion

• To remember the participants' names

• To capture important information and observations

What should you do immediately after an interview or FGD?

• Write a summary of the main points

• Delete the recording to protect participants' privacy

• Make a copy of the recording

• Transcribe the entire conversation