Data Collection Definitions

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What is the primary goal of data collection according to the text?

  • To systematically collect data that enables the researcher to answer relevant questions and evaluate outcomes.
  • To ensure accurate and honest data collection across different disciplines.
  • To get quality evidence that allows the researcher to analyze and formulate convincing and credible answers to prove their hypothesis. (correct)
  • To collect and measure information on selected variables in an established systematic manner.

Which of the following is NOT one of the 'Things to Consider before Data Collecting'?

  • The methods and procedures you will use to collect, store, and process the data
  • The type of data that you will collect
  • The budget available for the research project (correct)
  • The aim of the research

Which of the following is NOT listed as an advantage of primary data according to the text?

  • The researcher can easily verify and validate the primary data collected. (correct)
  • The researcher can get a realistic view about the topic under consideration from the primary data.
  • Primary data can be collected from large population and across wide geographical coverage through emails and posts.
  • The primary data is original and pertinent to the subject of the research to achieve high accuracy in research.

Which of the following is NOT a factor in the 'Selection of Appropriate Method for Data Collection'?

<p>Qualifications and expertise of the research team (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main distinction between primary data and secondary data according to the text?

<p>Primary data is collected for the first time, while secondary data has been previously collected for other purposes. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a method for collecting primary data?

<p>Focus groups (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of data collection in research?

<p>To obtain relevant data that can be analyzed to answer the research questions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an advantage of using primary data collection methods?

<p>Primary data is tailored to the specific research needs and ensures relevance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the participant observation method?

<p>The researcher actively participates in the situation being studied to gather data (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using projective techniques for data collection?

<p>The interpretation of the data can be subjective and challenging (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When selecting a data collection method, what is the most important consideration?

<p>The appropriateness of the method for addressing the research questions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes the word association test, a projective technique?

<p>Participants are asked to respond with the first word that comes to mind when presented with a stimulus word (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of collecting secondary data?

<p>To save time and money compared to primary data collection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a disadvantage of using secondary data?

<p>The researcher has full control over the data collection process (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key advantage of using structured interviews for primary data collection?

<p>Ensures consistency in the questions asked across all participants (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key advantage of using primary data collection over secondary data?

<p>Primary data allows the researcher to have more control over the data collection process (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key advantage of using unstructured interviews for primary data collection?

<p>Allows for more flexibility in the questions asked (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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