Data Collection Quiz

What is the aim of data collection?

• To conduct interviews

• To gather relevant information

• To write research papers

• To analyze data

What are the types of research instruments used for data collection?

• Interviews and tests

• Experiments and observations

• Observation and questionnaires

• Surveys and questionnaires

What is the main difference between a survey and a questionnaire?

• A survey is used to collect data, while a questionnaire is a process of analyzing data

• A survey is a mix of close-ended and open-ended questions, while a questionnaire consists of structured, semi-structured, and unstructured questions

• A survey is a process of collecting, recording, and analyzing data, while a questionnaire is an instrument used to collect data

• A survey is a research instrument, while a questionnaire is a process of data collection

What are the advantages of using questionnaires for data collection?

• Emotions and feelings are hard to convey

• Understanding and interpretation of the questions varies by the participants

• Questionnaires may not be returned on time

• Bulk data can be gathered in less time

What are the disadvantages of using questionnaires for data collection?

• Respondents can answer the questionnaire without revealing their identity

• Questionnaires may be lost

• Online survey is quick and cost-effective

• Participants’ answer may lack depth

What type of questions do structured questionnaires employ?

• Combination of both open-ended and close-ended questions

• Open-ended questions

• Multiple choice questions

• Close-ended questions