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Which of the following best describes the purpose of stating the aim of research clearly before beginning the process?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of stating the aim of research clearly before beginning the process?
- To make the research sound more impressive and complex.
- To ensure the research is broad and covers multiple areas.
- To allow for flexibility and changes during the research process.
- To provide a specific and measurable focus for the research. (correct)
What type of data is primarily gathered from open questions?
What type of data is primarily gathered from open questions?
- Categorical
- Numerical
- Quantitative
- Qualitative (correct)
Why is it important to avoid leading questions when constructing a questionnaire?
Why is it important to avoid leading questions when constructing a questionnaire?
- To make the questionnaire shorter and easier to complete.
- To guide respondents towards a specific answer.
- To obtain unbiased and accurate responses. (correct)
- To ensure respondents provide answers quickly.
Which data collection method does NOT involve personal contact with the subjects?
Which data collection method does NOT involve personal contact with the subjects?
What is the primary benefit of using questionnaires for data collection?
What is the primary benefit of using questionnaires for data collection?
What is the purpose of using a random sample when collecting data from a population?
What is the purpose of using a random sample when collecting data from a population?
Which of the following is NOT a key guideline for developing a good questionnaire?
Which of the following is NOT a key guideline for developing a good questionnaire?
What type of data is represented by the colors of sweets in a jar?
What type of data is represented by the colors of sweets in a jar?
What distinguishes discrete data from continuous data?
What distinguishes discrete data from continuous data?
In data handling, what is the purpose of using tallies?
In data handling, what is the purpose of using tallies?
When organizing continuous data, why are class intervals used?
When organizing continuous data, why are class intervals used?
What is the main advantage of summarizing data using a few representative numbers?
What is the main advantage of summarizing data using a few representative numbers?
Which measure of central tendency is most affected by extreme values in a dataset?
Which measure of central tendency is most affected by extreme values in a dataset?
How is the median calculated when there is an even number of values in a dataset?
How is the median calculated when there is an even number of values in a dataset?
What does the range measure in a dataset?
What does the range measure in a dataset?
Why are pie charts effective for data representation?
Why are pie charts effective for data representation?
Which type of graph is most suitable for displaying continuous data grouped into intervals?
Which type of graph is most suitable for displaying continuous data grouped into intervals?
What is the primary use of line graphs in data representation?
What is the primary use of line graphs in data representation?
What does data analysis involve after gathering information?
What does data analysis involve after gathering information?
If a dataset contains the values 5, 7, 9, 11, and 13, what is the median?
If a dataset contains the values 5, 7, 9, 11, and 13, what is the median?
Given the following data set: 2, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 7, 8. What is the mode?
Given the following data set: 2, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 7, 8. What is the mode?
Which formula accurately calculates the required sample size ($n$) from a population of size $N$ with a margin of error $e$?
Which formula accurately calculates the required sample size ($n$) from a population of size $N$ with a margin of error $e$?
What is the defining characteristic of 'continuous' numerical data?
What is the defining characteristic of 'continuous' numerical data?
If the highest value in a dataset is 120 and the lowest value is 35, what is the range?
If the highest value in a dataset is 120 and the lowest value is 35, what is the range?
What is the critical reason for ensuring questions in a questionnaire are 'relevant'?
What is the critical reason for ensuring questions in a questionnaire are 'relevant'?
A data set includes the following values: 10, 12, 14, 16, 18. Calculate the mean of this data set.
A data set includes the following values: 10, 12, 14, 16, 18. Calculate the mean of this data set.
In the context of classifying data, which of the following provides an example of 'discrete' numerical data?
In the context of classifying data, which of the following provides an example of 'discrete' numerical data?
When constructing class intervals in a frequency table for continuous data, what principle dictates how the boundaries are defined?
When constructing class intervals in a frequency table for continuous data, what principle dictates how the boundaries are defined?
In a study examining customer satisfaction, researchers want to use a Likert scale with five options: 'Strongly Disagree,' 'Disagree,' 'Neutral,' 'Agree,' and 'Strongly Agree.' If they collect responses for 10 items, what does the formula $\text{Response Score} = \sum_{i=1}^{k} R_i$ represent, and how is it applied?
In a study examining customer satisfaction, researchers want to use a Likert scale with five options: 'Strongly Disagree,' 'Disagree,' 'Neutral,' 'Agree,' and 'Strongly Agree.' If they collect responses for 10 items, what does the formula $\text{Response Score} = \sum_{i=1}^{k} R_i$ represent, and how is it applied?
Consider a research study where the aim is 'to determine the average daily water consumption of households in a suburban area.' If researchers choose to collect data only during the summer months, what type of bias is most likely to affect the results, and how could they mitigate it?
Consider a research study where the aim is 'to determine the average daily water consumption of households in a suburban area.' If researchers choose to collect data only during the summer months, what type of bias is most likely to affect the results, and how could they mitigate it?
What is the foundational first step before initiating any research process?
What is the foundational first step before initiating any research process?
According to the provided formula, what is the correct structure for stating the aim of a research?
According to the provided formula, what is the correct structure for stating the aim of a research?
Which type of question is designed to gather straightforward, quantitative data, typically answered with 'yes' or 'no'?
Which type of question is designed to gather straightforward, quantitative data, typically answered with 'yes' or 'no'?
For gaining in-depth insights and understanding the reasoning behind opinions, which type of question is most suitable?
For gaining in-depth insights and understanding the reasoning behind opinions, which type of question is most suitable?
Why is it crucial to avoid using complex language when constructing effective questions for research?
Why is it crucial to avoid using complex language when constructing effective questions for research?
What is the primary reason for avoiding leading questions in research questionnaires?
What is the primary reason for avoiding leading questions in research questionnaires?
For comprehensive research, what strategy is recommended regarding the types of questions used?
For comprehensive research, what strategy is recommended regarding the types of questions used?
Which data collection method is characterized by not involving direct personal contact with the subjects?
Which data collection method is characterized by not involving direct personal contact with the subjects?
When is conducting interviews typically favored as a method for data collection?
When is conducting interviews typically favored as a method for data collection?
For gathering information from a large number of geographically dispersed individuals, which data collection instrument is most appropriate?
For gathering information from a large number of geographically dispersed individuals, which data collection instrument is most appropriate?
What is a 'population' in the context of data collection?
What is a 'population' in the context of data collection?
What potential issue can arise from the choice of a sample in data collection?
What potential issue can arise from the choice of a sample in data collection?
According to the formula, what does 'N' represent in the Random Sample Formula: Probability of selection = $rac{1}{N}$?
According to the formula, what does 'N' represent in the Random Sample Formula: Probability of selection = $rac{1}{N}$?
In the sample size calculation formula $n = rac{N}{1 + N(e^2)}$, what does 'e' represent?
In the sample size calculation formula $n = rac{N}{1 + N(e^2)}$, what does 'e' represent?
What is the recommendation for the length of a good questionnaire to ensure validity and accuracy of collected data?
What is the recommendation for the length of a good questionnaire to ensure validity and accuracy of collected data?
What does 'Relevance Check' refer to in the context of developing a good questionnaire?
What does 'Relevance Check' refer to in the context of developing a good questionnaire?
In questionnaire design, what is the purpose of ensuring a 'logical order' of questions?
In questionnaire design, what is the purpose of ensuring a 'logical order' of questions?
According to the provided information, what is the primary distinction between categorical and numerical data?
According to the provided information, what is the primary distinction between categorical and numerical data?
Which of the following is an example of discrete numerical data?
Which of the following is an example of discrete numerical data?
What characteristic defines continuous data?
What characteristic defines continuous data?
What is the purpose of using tallies in organizing data?
What is the purpose of using tallies in organizing data?
When organizing continuous data with a wide range of values, why are class intervals used?
When organizing continuous data with a wide range of values, why are class intervals used?
What is the formula to calculate the total number of items from a frequency table with class intervals?
What is the formula to calculate the total number of items from a frequency table with class intervals?
What is the primary benefit of summarizing data using measures of central tendency and spread?
What is the primary benefit of summarizing data using measures of central tendency and spread?
Which measure of central tendency is calculated by summing all values and dividing by the number of values?
Which measure of central tendency is calculated by summing all values and dividing by the number of values?
How is the median defined for a dataset?
How is the median defined for a dataset?
What does the 'mode' represent in a dataset?
What does the 'mode' represent in a dataset?
What does the 'range' measure in data analysis?
What does the 'range' measure in data analysis?
Which type of graph is most effective for showing parts of a whole as percentages?
Which type of graph is most effective for showing parts of a whole as percentages?
For displaying continuous data grouped into intervals, which type of graph is most suitable?
For displaying continuous data grouped into intervals, which type of graph is most suitable?
In research, what is the correct arrangement for defining the aim?
In research, what is the correct arrangement for defining the aim?
What kind of data do open questions primarily help to collect?
What kind of data do open questions primarily help to collect?
When constructing effective questions, why should complex terminology be avoided?
When constructing effective questions, why should complex terminology be avoided?
Which of the following data collection methods involves direct interaction with the subjects?
Which of the following data collection methods involves direct interaction with the subjects?
What is a defining advantage of using questionnaires for research data collection?
What is a defining advantage of using questionnaires for research data collection?
Following data collection, what is the subsequent key step in the data handling process?
Following data collection, what is the subsequent key step in the data handling process?
When classifying data, what distinguishes 'categorical data' from 'numerical data'?
When classifying data, what distinguishes 'categorical data' from 'numerical data'?
What is the primary purpose of using 'measures of central tendency' when summarising data?
What is the primary purpose of using 'measures of central tendency' when summarising data?
What is the purpose of representing data graphically after it has been collected and summarised?
What is the purpose of representing data graphically after it has been collected and summarised?
What is the role of 'N' in probability sample selection with the formula: $Probability = \frac{1}{N}$?
What is the role of 'N' in probability sample selection with the formula: $Probability = \frac{1}{N}$?
How are class intervals typically constructed for continuous data when organizing data into a frequency table?
How are class intervals typically constructed for continuous data when organizing data into a frequency table?
In statistical analysis, what does the term mode
refer to within a dataset?
In statistical analysis, what does the term mode
refer to within a dataset?
When is direct interviewing typically preferred as a data collection method?
When is direct interviewing typically preferred as a data collection method?
In designing a questionnaire, what does performing a 'Relevance Check' primarily involve?
In designing a questionnaire, what does performing a 'Relevance Check' primarily involve?
Which kind of chart is best tailored to show the proportion each part contributes to a whole?
Which kind of chart is best tailored to show the proportion each part contributes to a whole?
What factor primarily determines the validity and precision of the data gathered through questionnaires?
What factor primarily determines the validity and precision of the data gathered through questionnaires?
According to the sample size calculation formula $n = \frac{N}{1 + N(e^2)}$, what does the symbol 'e' represent?
According to the sample size calculation formula $n = \frac{N}{1 + N(e^2)}$, what does the symbol 'e' represent?
When is it suitable to employ a histogram in data presentation?
When is it suitable to employ a histogram in data presentation?
What might 'sample bias' do in data collection?
What might 'sample bias' do in data collection?
In conducting research that combines both closed and open questions, what strategy ensures a balanced and useful data collection?
In conducting research that combines both closed and open questions, what strategy ensures a balanced and useful data collection?
How does the calculation of the median differ when a dataset contains an even number of values, as opposed to an odd number?
How does the calculation of the median differ when a dataset contains an even number of values, as opposed to an odd number?
In the context of designing effective questionnaires, what is the primary goal of ensuring a 'logical order' of questions?
In the context of designing effective questionnaires, what is the primary goal of ensuring a 'logical order' of questions?
What kind of data will numerical continuous be?
What kind of data will numerical continuous be?
How would you calculate the amounts if grouped into intervals?
How would you calculate the amounts if grouped into intervals?
After analysing data, the mean is helpful for what?
After analysing data, the mean is helpful for what?
When would you use lines on data?
When would you use lines on data?
What essential condition must be met to accurately apply the 'Random Sample Formula' in research?
What essential condition must be met to accurately apply the 'Random Sample Formula' in research?
How does a researcher utilize histograms in data analysis to discern patterns within a dataset?
How does a researcher utilize histograms in data analysis to discern patterns within a dataset?
In data handeling, how is the term 'range' described?
In data handeling, how is the term 'range' described?
Flashcards
Aim of Research
Aim of Research
A statement defining the specific focus of research.
Closed Questions
Closed Questions
Questions with simple, predefined answers like 'yes' or 'no'.
Open Questions
Open Questions
Questions allowing detailed, descriptive answers in the respondent's own words.
Avoiding Leading Questions
Avoiding Leading Questions
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Observation
Observation
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Interview
Interview
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Questionnaire
Questionnaire
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Databases
Databases
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Population
Population
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Sample
Sample
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Sample Bias
Sample Bias
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Random Sample
Random Sample
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Probability of Random Selection
Probability of Random Selection
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Sample Size Calculation
Sample Size Calculation
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Open-ended Questions
Open-ended Questions
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Closed-ended Questions
Closed-ended Questions
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Clear Wording
Clear Wording
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Logical Order
Logical Order
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Likert Scale
Likert Scale
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Categorical Data
Categorical Data
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Numerical Data
Numerical Data
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Discrete Data
Discrete Data
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Continuous Data
Continuous Data
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Tallies
Tallies
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Frequency Tables
Frequency Tables
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Class Intervals
Class Intervals
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Total Items in Grouped Data
Total Items in Grouped Data
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Measure of Central Tendency
Measure of Central Tendency
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Measures of spread
Measures of spread
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Range
Range
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Aim of Research (Formula)
Aim of Research (Formula)
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Clear and Concise Questions
Clear and Concise Questions
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Combining Question Types
Combining Question Types
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Good Questionnaire (Components)
Good Questionnaire (Components)
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Questionnaire Aim
Questionnaire Aim
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Questionnaire Relevance Check
Questionnaire Relevance Check
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Questionnaire Structure
Questionnaire Structure
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Total Items (Grouped Data)
Total Items (Grouped Data)
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Items less than value
Items less than value
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Items more than value
Items more than value
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Mode
Mode
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Line Graphs
Line Graphs
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Pie Charts Usage
Pie Charts Usage
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Histograms Usage
Histograms Usage
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Bar Graph
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Mean (Definition)
Mean (Definition)
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Pie Charts
Pie Charts
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Data Collection via Observation
Data Collection via Observation
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Median
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Mean (Formula)
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Graphical Representation
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Study Notes
- Study notes on Data Handling
Developing Questions
- Research should begin with a clearly stated, specific, and measurable aim.
- Aim = "To find out [specific aspect] about [subject]."
Types of Questions
- Questions can be open or closed.
- Closed questions yield quantitative data with "yes/no" or specific information.
- Closed questions: "Do you [action/condition]?" (Yes/No) or "How many [quantity/time] do you [action]?" ([options])
- Open questions allow for qualitative, detailed answers.
- Open questions: "What do you think about [topic]?" or "How could [topic] be improved?"
Constructing Effective Questions
- Questions should be clear, concise, and avoid complex language.
- Avoid framing questions in a way that suggests a particular answer.
- Instead of asking "Don’t you think [opinion]?", ask "What are your thoughts on [topic]?"
- Each question should focus on a single aspect to prevent confusion.
- Use a combination of closed and open questions for comprehensive research.
- Closed questions provide quantitative data and Open questions provide qualitative insights.
Collecting Data
- The research aim dictates the data collection method.
- Data collection methods include observation, interviews, questionnaires, and databases.
- Observation: Non-personal contact data collection, like counting vehicles at an intersection.
- Interview: Direct conversations between an interviewer and interviewee.
- Questionnaire: Distributing a set of questions to numerous respondents for completion and suits wide areas and many people.
- Databases: Utilize existing organized data to avoid primary collection.
- The population is the group from which data is collected and sample selection affects reliability and can introduce bias.
Avoiding Sample Bias
- Random Sample Formula: [ \text{Probability of selection} = \frac{1}{N} ] where ( N ) is the total population.
- Sample Size Calculation: [ n = \frac{N}{1 + N(e^2)} ] where ( n ) is the sample size, ( N ) is the population size, and ( e ) is the margin of error.
Developing Good Questionnaires
- Questionnaires should be short, with only necessary questions.
- Analyse each question for necessity, feasibility, and likelihood of honest answers.
- Offer both open-ended and closed-ended questions.
- Ensure questions are clearly worded and arranged in a logical sequence.
- Questionnaire Development: Aim should be clear, structure should be organized, clarity in simple wording, and relevance of each question.
- Designing Closed-ended Questions with Likert Scale: [ \text{Response Score} = \sum_{i=1}^{k} R_i ] where ( R_i ) is the response value for each item and ( k ) is the total number of items.
Classifying Data
- After collection, data is classified into categorical or numerical types.
- Categorical data (e.g., gender, colors) is descriptive and non-numeric.
- Numerical data is measurable and includes discrete and continuous types.
- Discrete data (e.g., number of bicycles, puppies) is countable.
- Continuous data (e.g., height, rainfall) can take any value within a range.
Organizing Data
- Organization methods include tallies, frequency tables, and class intervals.
- Tallies involve making a mark for each counted item, with every fifth item crossing the previous four.
- Frequency tables list categories and the number of occurrences for each item.
- Class intervals group data into specific ranges, mainly for continuous data.
Working with Grouped Data
- The Total number of items is the sum the frequencies of all class intervals: [ \text{Total number of items} = \sum \text{Frequencies} ]
- The number of items less than a value is the sum the frequencies of all relevant class intervals.
- The number of items more than a value is the sum the frequencies of all relevant class intervals.
Summarising Data
- Summarizing data involves using a few numbers to represent an entire dataset.
- This simplifies the analysis process.
- Data can be summarized using measures of central tendency or measures of spread.
- Measures of central tendency show the central position of a dataset.
- Measures of spread describe how data is dispersed.
Measures of Central Tendency
- Three main types: mean, mode, and median.
- Mean is the average, calculated by adding all values and dividing by the number of values: [ \text{Mean} = \frac{\sum \text{(all values)}}{\text{Number of values}} ]
- Median is the middle value when data is ordered and if even, it is the average of the two middle values.
- Mode is the most frequent value, and for grouped data, it is the group with the highest frequency.
Range
- The range is the difference between the highest and lowest values. [ \text{Range} = \text{Highest value} - \text{Lowest value} ]
Representing Data Graphically
- Data can be shown using pie charts, histograms, bar graphs, line graphs, and broken line graphs.
- Pie charts compare parts of a whole, using sectors labelled as percentages.
- Bar graphs compare data across different categories.
- Histograms represent continuous data grouped into intervals with adjacent bars.
- Line graphs show relationships between two quantities, typically over time.
Analysing Data
- Data analysis involves carefully examining data and making decisions based on this.
- It starts with gathering information and identifying trends or patterns.
Data Analysis Measures
- Mean: [ \text{Mean} = \frac{\sum \text{Values}}{\text{Number of Values}} ]
- Range: [ \text{Range} = \text{Highest Value} - \text{Lowest Value} ]
Graphical Representation
- Pie charts compare parts of a whole.
- Bar graphs display data across categories.
- Histograms group continuous data into intervals.
- Line graphs show changes over time and the relationships between two quantities.
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