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Total questions: 27
Worksheet time: 14mins
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1.
Which of the following is a purpose of reseach
a)
to form a hypothesis
b)
to inform practice
c)
to decrease understanding
d)
to ask a question
2.
Sampling includes the following
a)
methods such as stratified, systematic, random & cluster
b)
the sample group
c)
the size since increased size leads to more reliable results
d)
all of the above
3.
Which of the following best defines a hypothesis?
a)
An explanation of a topic
b)
A set of rules of conduct to be followed in research
c)
A problem or statement to be investigated through research
d)
A process used to select individuals to participate in research
4.
A survey is to be conducted of the student population of a co-educational school. Which of the following will result in a random sampling of students being chosen for this survey
a)
Selecting 5 students from each year group
b)
Selecting students on the basis of their gender
c)
Selecting students on the basis of their postcode
d)
Selecting every fourth student as they enter the school
5.
Primary Data includes
a)
Research collected through investigation conducted by the researcher
b)
research gathered through searching other sources who have presesnted research on a particular focus area
c)
Research that involves numerical data
d)
Research that involves non-numerical data
6.
Sources of Data can include:
a)
Case studies and observations
b)
Interviews & Surveys
c)
Individuals & groups and Print & digital media
d)
All of the above
7.
Which type of information is most likely to be collected by quantitative research methods?
a)
Attitudes & values
b)
Non-numerical Data
c)
Descriptions & explanations
d)
Measurements & statistics
8.
Which of the following are techniques for collecting data from primary sources?
a)
Conducting interviews, accessing websites & books
b)
Making observations, accessing journal articles, and magazines
c)
Conducting questionnaires & surveys, viewing documentaries
d)
Making observations, conducting questionnaires & experiments
9.
What is the benefit of obtaining data through qualitative research?
a)
It ensures confidentiality of data
b)
It is quick and simple to interpret
c)
Large quantities of data can be measured
d)
Respondents provide opinions attitudes and beliefs concerning the topic
10.
Reliability is the
a)
Consistency of measurment
b)
Accuracy of measurement
c)
Both consistency and accuracy of measurement
d)
Neither the consistency or accuracy of the measurement
11.
A research study is to be conducted into the tine spent by students on social media. Which of the following would contribute to the validity of the research.
a)
The participants have to be identified
b)
A case study is conducted in a single school.
c)
Qualitative data is graphed based on the findings
d)
The students participants are to be randomly selected
12.
What would be an indicator of the reliability of a research project?
a)
The individuals involved were unbiased
b)
The research method if duplicated would lead to similar results.
c)
The research method has been tested to assess and eliminate problems
d)
The measurement process accurately reflects what it is intended to measure
13.
What are the four aspects of ethical behaviour?
a)
respect, inclusion, privacy, bias
b)
respect, inclusion, precision & bias
c)
respect, integrity, privacy & bias
d)
respect, integrity, precision & bias
14.
Which of the following is an ethical consideration when conducting research?
a)
Identifying and using all available resources
b)
Examining the limitations of the data collected
c)
Remaining objective throughout the research process.
d)
Ensuring the research methods measure what they are supposed to
15.
Which of the following could lead to bias in an interview?
a)
The interviewee might give brief responses
b)
The interviewee might have little knowledge on the topic
c)
The interviewer might have limited understanding of the topic
d)
The interviewer might have pre-existing opinions on the topic
16.
How can integrity be maintained in research?
a)
Use primary data
b)
Check data for validity
c)
Use secondary data to determine results
d)
Collect data that is personal and detailed
17.
Which of the following is an ethical matter that should be considered when conducting research?
a)
Bias
b)
Privacy
c)
Reliabilty
d)
Validity
18.
Jordan is conducting research into the community's view on the legislation of same sex marriage. Which type of research would give the widest selection of viewpoints?
a)
Case Study
b)
Interview
c)
Observation
d)
Questionnaire
19.
What is the main advantage of using a questionnaire when conducting research?
a)
It can provide a large amount of data quickly
b)
It can provide in depth data over a period of time
c)
It can enable the researcher to watch and record behaviours
d)
It enables existing data to be used to gain background information
20.
A researcher wants to conduct a detailed investigation of the use of technology by families over time. Which research methodology would be best suited to this purpose?
a)
Interview
b)
Case Study
c)
Observation
d)
Questionnaire
21.
Which of the following best describes a literature review?
a)
A qualitative investigation of a particular issue
b)
A summary of information on a particular topic
c)
An analysis of primary information on a particular topic
d)
A detailed study of both primary and secondary information
22.
What information should a literature review provide?
a)
An analysis of the data collected
b)
A hypothesis with focus questions
c)
A summary of information already written about the topic
d)
An outline of limitations associated with the research procedures used
23.
Which of the following should be placed in the appendix of a research project?
a)
A copy of a chapter referred to in the project
b)
Copies of journals from which articles were used
c)
A copy of any research questions and responses
d)
The bibliography with all relevant sources of information
24.
Which of the following is a requirement when undertaking a research project?
a)
Using visual representation of data
b)
Working collaboratively
c)
Conducting a pilot study
d)
Acknowledging copyright and sources
25.
When conducting research, what is the next step after the research proposal has been formulated?
a)
Collecting & recording data
b)
Analysing & interpreting data
c)
Presenting data in tables and graphs
d)
Selecting appropriate research methods
26.
What information is most likely to be presented on a graph?
a)
Qualitative information
b)
Date in table format
c)
A numerical representation of data
d)
Data obtained from primary research
27.
Which of the following is an item that may be included in an appendix of a research report?
a)
A summary of secondary research
b)
Interview questions used for research
c)
A list of presentation methods used to produce the report
d)
Acknowledgement of using someone else's work in the research
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