Exploring Research Design Concepts

What is the primary purpose of survey design?

• To analyze past data without collecting new information.

• To systematically collect data for insights and evaluation.

• To gather opinions without any structured approach.

• To create visually appealing graphics for presentations.

Name one technique used in survey design.

• Open-ended questions

• Rating scales

• Closed-ended questions

• Multiple choice answers

What is a Likert scale?

• A Likert scale is a financial tool used for budgeting and forecasting.

• A Likert scale is a method for conducting scientific experiments.

• A Likert scale is a type of graph used to display data visually.

• A Likert scale is a rating scale used to measure attitudes or opinions by asking respondents to indicate their level of agreement with a series of statements.

How can open-ended questions benefit survey responses?

• They make it easier to analyze data quantitatively.

• They limit the responses to simple yes or no answers.

• They discourage respondents from sharing personal opinions.

• Open-ended questions benefit survey responses by providing richer, more detailed insights and allowing respondents to express their thoughts freely.

What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data collection?

• Qualitative data is descriptive and non-numerical, while quantitative data is numerical and can be measured.

• Qualitative data can be easily counted and analyzed statistically.

• Quantitative data is descriptive and non-numerical.

• Qualitative data is always numerical and can be measured.

List one common data collection instrument used in research.

• Observation

• Interview

• Focus Group

• Survey

What is the role of a questionnaire in data collection?

• To provide a platform for interviews

• To analyze data without collecting it

• To summarize findings in a report

• The role of a questionnaire in data collection is to systematically gather information from respondents for analysis.

Define the term 'sampling' in research.

• Sampling is the technique of eliminating outliers from research data.

• Sampling is the process of selecting a subset of individuals from a population to represent that population in research.

• Sampling refers to the process of collecting all data from a specific group.

• Sampling is the method of analyzing data from a complete population.

What statistical analysis tool is commonly used for hypothesis testing?

• t-test

• Chi-square test

• Regression analysis

• ANOVA

Explain the purpose of descriptive statistics.

• To perform complex mathematical calculations on data.

• To predict future trends based on historical data.

• The purpose of descriptive statistics is to summarize and describe the main features of a dataset.

• To establish causal relationships between variables.