Practical Research 2 Quiz

Which of the following best describes quantitative research?

• Collecting non-numerical data to understand experiences

• Gathering quantifiable data and performing statistical analyses

• Observing behaviors in a natural setting without measuring

• Using opinions and narratives to form conclusions

Which data collection method is commonly used in quantitative research?

• Focus group discussions

• In-depth interviews

• Online surveys and questionnaires

• Participant observation

What is the main purpose of descriptive research?

• To determine cause-and-effect relationships

• To describe the current status of a phenomenon

• To manipulate variables and measure the results

• To predict future behaviors

Correlational research primarily aims to:

• Describe the characteristics of a group

• Identify relationships between variables without manipulating them

• Prove direct causation between variables

• Test new teaching strategies through experiments

Which type of research does not involve random assignment but still tests cause-and-effect relationships?

• Descriptive research

• Quasi-experimental research

• Correlational research

• Survey research

In experimental research, what is manipulated to observe its effect on another variable?

• Dependent variable

• Independent variable

• Control variable

• Confounding variable

What is the main goal of survey research?

• To test new theories in a controlled environment

• To gather data on specific characteristics of a group

• To examine emotional responses to stimuli

• To analyze historical events

Which of the following is an example of a variable?

• Research paper

• Gender

• Textbook

• Classroom

What is an independent variable?

• A variable that depends on other factors in a study

• A variable that is manipulated to see its effects

• A constant that never changes

• A numerical summary of data

What is a dependent variable?

• The variable that is manipulated by the researcher

• The variable that remains constant in a study

• The variable affected by changes in the independent variable

• The background information in a study