Research Methods Test 1

Which of the following best describes the concept of falsification in sociology?

• The process of proving a hypothesis to be true through repeated experiments

• The ability to disprove a hypothesis or theory through empirical testing and observation.

• The creation of new theories that are accepted without scrutiny.

• The use of qualitative methods to verify social theories.

What does it mean to say that sociology is "pre-paradigmatic"?

• Sociology has a universally accepted set of theoretical frameworks and methodologies.

• Sociology focuses only on qualitative research methods and avoids quantitative analysis.

• Sociology lacks a single dominant theory or paradigm that is widely accepted by all scholars.

• Sociology is fully developed and has clear, established scientific laws.

Which of the following best represents the realist view in sociology?

• Social structures and mechanisms exist independently of human consciousness and can be studied scientifically.

• Social behavior is purely shaped by individual choices and free will, with no influence from societal structures.

• Sociology should focus solely on qualitative methods and avoid quantitative analysis.

• None of the above

True or False: Triangulation in sociology refers to the use of multiple research methods or data sources to cross-check and validate findings.

• True

• False

Which of the following is an example of unethical research practice in sociology?

• Using a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods to ensure a comprehensive analysis.

• Ensuring participants' informed consent and confidentiality throughout a study.

• Manipulating data to fit a desired outcome in order to support a hypothesis.

• Providing participants with feedback and the option to withdraw from a study at any time.

Choose all the apply:

Which of the following is an example of a secondary source of data.

• Official Statistics

• Interviews

• Journals

• Surveys

Which of the following best describes overt participation in sociological research?

• The researcher openly participates in the social setting and informs participants about the research purpose.

• The researcher actively participates in the social setting while concealing their identity and research purpose.

• The researcher observes and records behavior without engaging with the group being studied.

• The researcher studies archival documents and historical records to draw conclusions.

Choose all that apply:

Which of the following are limitations of official statistics

• Sampling bias

• Lack of depth

• Outdated data

• Accuracy

True or False:

Bias can be created by both the researcher and the participants

• True

• False

True or False:

Sociology uses the same methods as natural sciences to conduct research

• True

• False