Quantitative Research Methodology

What is the primary focus of quantitative research?

• Exploring personal experiences

• Conducting interviews

• Using qualitative data

• Using numerical data and statistical analysis

Which of the following is a characteristic of quantitative research?

• Subjective analysis

• Generalizable findings

• Narrative data

• Open-ended questions

What type of variable is manipulated in an experiment?

• Independent variable

• Dependent variable

• Controlled variable

• Extraneous variable

What is the purpose of using a large sample size in quantitative research?

• To focus on individual cases

• To limit data collection

• To enhance reliability of results

• To ensure subjectivity

Which research design involves pre-testing and post-testing with a control group?

• Non-experimental design

• Pre-experimental design

• Quasi-experimental design

• True-experimental design

What is the main goal of correlational research?

• To establish cause and effect

• To measure existing differences

• To conduct surveys

• To evaluate relationships between variables

What is a key feature of structured research instruments in quantitative studies?

• They are designed for subjective responses

• They contain close-ended questions

• They include open-ended questions

• They allow for narrative data collection

What does the term 'replication' refer to in quantitative research?

• Analyzing data with different tools

• Changing the research question

• Using the same data collection methods

• Conducting a study with different participants

Which of the following is NOT a type of quantitative research design?

• Experimental research

• Qualitative research

• Survey research

• Correlational research

What is the role of a research instrument in quantitative research?

• To provide subjective insights

• To gather narrative information

• To measure and analyze data systematically

• To collect qualitative data