Research Methodology Quiz

What is the purpose of a literature review in research methodology?

• To summarize the main findings of the study

• To present the researcher's opinions and biases

• To examine existing research and knowledge on the topic

• To detail the research methodology used

What does the term "hypothesis" refer to in research methodology?

• A proven fact based on experimental evidence

• A prediction or statement that can be tested

• A researcher's personal opinion

• A conclusion drawn from qualitative data

What is the main purpose of a research proposal?

• To provide a detailed plan for the research project

• To present the final results of the study

• To summarize the background of the researcher

• To explain the limitations of the research

What is the role of a control group in an experimental study?

• It receives the experimental treatment

• It remains unaffected by the experimental manipulation

• It provides the baseline for comparison

• It analyzes the data collected from the study

What is the term used for a sample that accurately represents the larger population in research?

• Representative sample

• Convenience sample

• Snowball sample

• Purposive sample

What is the purpose of a research methodology section in a research paper?

• To present the conclusions and implications of the study

• To discuss the limitations of the research

• To detail the methods and techniques used in the study

• To provide a summary of the literature review

What does "quantitative research" primarily focus on?

• Exploring underlying meanings and motivations

• Collecting numerical data and statistical analysis

• Understanding subjective experiences

• Using interviews and observations for data collection

Which type of research design is characterized by observing and analyzing phenomena in their natural setting?

• Experimental design

• Correlational design

• Case study design

• Observational design

What does the term "sampling" refer to in research methodology?

• The process of selecting a representative subset of the population

• The statistical analysis of data

• The manipulation of experimental variables

• The formulation of research questions

What is the term used for the measure of how consistently a test or research method produces the same results?

• Validity

• Reliability

• Accuracy

• Precision