Research Methods Quiz

Which of the following is a characteristic of qualitative research?

• Uses statistical methods to analyze data

• Focuses on numerical data

• Seeks to understand phenomena through detailed descriptions

• Always involves large sample sizes

What is the first step in the research process?

• Literature review

• Identifying a research problem

• Data collection

• Data analysis

Which research method is best for studying cause-and-effect relationships?

• Case study

• Experimental research

• Ethnographic study

• Correlational research

Which of the following is a primary source in research?

• A textbook

• A research article reporting new findings

• A review article

• A popular science blog

What is a hypothesis?

• A proven fact

• A testable statement predicting the outcome of a study

• An analysis of collected data

• A set of theories explaining a phenomenon

Which of the following best describes a research question?

• A statement that explains the research findings

• A broad topic to explore

• A focused question that the research seeks to answer

• A list of hypotheses

Which method is often used for gathering qualitative data?

• Surveys

• Experiments

• Interviews

• Statistical analysis

What type of research involves manipulating variables to determine cause and effect?

• Descriptive research

• Correlational research

• Experimental research

• Qualitative research

What does a literature review help researchers do?

• Identify the research problem

• Review all previous research in a field

• Collect data for the study

• Propose a solution to the research problem

Which of the following is an example of a secondary source in research?

• A journal article reporting new research

• A newspaper article discussing research findings

• A research survey conducted by the researcher

• A dissertation written by a graduate student