QUALITATIVE

Which of the following best describes qualitative research?

• Uses statistical analysis to test hypotheses

• Explores meanings and experiences through non-numerical data

• Measures the frequency of behaviors in large populations

• Uses probability sampling for generalization

In qualitative research, the term “data saturation” refers to:

• When the research has reached maximum sample size

• When the data is no longer reliable

• When no new information or themes are emerging

• When participants drop out of the study

Which of the following is a characteristic of qualitative research?

• Objective and generalizable findings

• Fixed hypotheses before data collection

• Emergent design and flexible data collection

• Uses numerical scoring scales

The primary purpose of an in-depth interview in qualitative research is to:

• Compare responses statistically

• Explore participants’ detailed experiences and perceptions

• Measure how many people agree with a topic

• Predict outcomes using regression

Which sampling method is most commonly used in qualitative research?

• Simple random sampling

• Stratified sampling

• Purposive sampling

• Systematic sampling

What does "credibility" in qualitative research refer to?

• The ability to replicate the study

• The objectivity of the research instrument

• The accuracy and trustworthiness of findings

• The frequency of code occurrence

Which of the following is an example of a qualitative data collection method?

• Likert-scale questionnaire

• Standardized test

• Audio-recorded open-ended interviews

• Online survey with closed-ended questions

Grounded theory aims to:

• Prove existing theories

• Create theory based on collected data

• Describe cultural settings

• Narrate individual life stories

Which of the following best represents a qualitative research question?

• What is the average GPA of university students?

• How do students experience online learning?

• Is there a correlation between sleep and performance?

• How many students attend counseling each semester?