Research Methodology Concepts

The video tutorial provides guidance on answering questions in AQA specimen papers. It covers referencing sources accurately, understanding control variables, planning investigations, using results effectively, and drawing results tables. Each section offers tips on how to earn marks and avoid common mistakes.

What is required to gain full marks for referencing sources in a research question?

• The title, author, publication date, and pages used

• A brief summary of the source

• Just the name of the source

• Only the URL of the website

Why is it important to number your sources when comparing them?

• To match the numbering in the textbook

• To make it easier to refer to them in your comparison

• To ensure they are in alphabetical order

• To make the list look more organized

In a preliminary investigation, why is it important to choose the best light level for seedling growth?

• To use the least amount of resources

• To ensure the seedlings grow as tall as possible

• To avoid measurement errors in the main experiment

• To make the experiment more interesting

What is a control variable in an experiment?

• A variable that is changed to see its effects

• A variable that is kept constant to ensure a fair test

• A variable that is measured during the experiment

• A variable that is not important to the experiment

Which of the following is NOT a component of planning an investigation?

• Conducting a risk assessment

• Writing a detailed conclusion

• Describing how to make it a fair test

• Listing the equipment needed

Why is it beneficial to draw a diagram when planning an investigation?

• To fill up space in the report

• To make the report look more professional

• To help visualize the setup and list equipment

• To impress the examiner with artistic skills

What is one advantage of sharing your results with others?

• It allows you to copy their results

• It reduces the amount of work you have to do

• It helps you spot mistakes and improve reliability

• It makes your results more colorful

How can comparing results with others improve your experiment?

• By making the experiment more competitive

• By increasing the sample size for more reliable evidence

• By making the experiment more fun

• By reducing the time needed for the experiment

What is essential to include when creating a results table?

• A colorful design

• Column headings and units

• A detailed introduction

• A list of references

Why is it important to add units to the column headings in a results table?

• To make the table look more complex

• To fill up space in the table

• To ensure clarity and accuracy of the data

• To match the units used in the textbook