Understanding Research Methods

What is the main advantage of quantitative research methods as mentioned in the text?

• They are cost-effective

• They provide detailed insights

• They offer numerical data

• They are easy to conduct.

In a table evaluating methods, which column would you fill with the positive aspects of a method?

• A) Method

• B) Strength

• C) Limitation

What is informed consent in research?

• Participants are told all relevant aspects of the research

• Participants are kept unaware of the research

• Participants are forced to participate

• Participants are given incentives to participate.

Which approach uses quantitative data?

• A) Positivists

• B) Interpretivists

What is the approach called that emphasizes personal beliefs, values, and interpretations?

• Positivism

• Interpretivism

Which approach is associated with qualitative data?

• A) Positivists

• B) Interpretivists

Fill in the blank: The 'Research context' section should aim to refer to papers and articles that you are able to access and add these to your ________.

• A) research findings

• B) reference list

• C) hypothesis

• D) data sources

In Paper 3, Section B, how many marks are allocated for 'Outline and explain two...?

• 5 marks

• 10 marks

• 15 marks

• 20 marks

The 'P.E.T' topic aims to outline which of the following issues?

• Practical

• Ethical

• Theoretical

• All of the above.

What considerations influence the choice of topic and method in research?

• Theoretical

• Practical

• Ethical

• All of the above.