Research Methodology Quiz

Which of the following statements accurately reflects the choice of research methodology?

• It is irrelevant to the research outcomes.

• It must always be quantitative.

• It reflects the research question, objectives, and nature of the phenomenon being studied.

• It is solely based on the researcher's preference.

What is a disadvantage of qualitative research?

• It is less flexible than quantitative research.

• It relies on statistical analysis.

• It can be time-consuming and subjective.

• It provides in-depth insights into human behavior.

Which of the following best describes the primary focus of qualitative research?

• Understanding human behavior from a subjective perspective.

• Testing hypotheses through controlled experiments.

• Quantifying relationships through numerical data.

• Analyzing statistical trends over time.

What is a key characteristic of quantitative research?

• It focuses on small sample sizes for in-depth analysis.

• It uses numerical data and statistical analysis.

• It emphasizes the context of social phenomena.

• It relies on narrative data to understand experiences.

What is a primary advantage of using mixed methods in research?

• It simplifies the research process.

• It allows for a comprehensive understanding of complex research questions.

• It eliminates the need for qualitative data.

• It focuses solely on numerical analysis.

Which research methodology combines both qualitative and quantitative approaches?

• Descriptive research

• Experimental research

• Correlational research

• Mixed methods research

What does the research process typically involve?

• A single step of data collection.

• A series of steps that vary by methodology.

• Only quantitative analysis.

• Only qualitative analysis.

What is the first step in the research process?

• Reviewing the literature.

• Collecting data.

• Defining the research problem.

• Choosing the research design.

What is the significance of reviewing literature in the research process?

• It contextualizes the research question and justifies the study's significance.

• It helps to define the research problem.

• It determines the sample size required for the study.

• It provides a framework for data collection.

Which of the following best defines the term 'research design'?

• The literature reviewed prior to the study.

• The statistical techniques applied to analyze data.

• The overall strategy for conducting the research.

• The method of data collection used in the study.