29 Questions
What is the definition of voluntariness in the context of research?
The ability to make a decision without being influenced by others
Why might a professor conducting a study not be able to offer extra points on a student's final grade for participating in the study?
Because it's a way to influence the student's decision
What is an example of a vulnerable population?
Homeless persons
What is physical control in the context of research?
When a participant is under anesthesia and cannot leave a situation
Why might a researcher not be able to offer large sums of money as a reward for participating in a study to a homeless population?
Because it may influence the participant's decision
What is the definition of autonomy in the context of research?
The ability to make a decision without being influenced by others
What is the primary purpose of a literature review in research?
To summarize and synthesize existing research relevant to the topic of study
What type of source is a textbook?
Tertiary source
What is the purpose of reference mining in a systematic review?
To extract citations and references from scholarly articles
What is the difference between a primary and secondary source?
Primary sources are written by the researcher, while secondary sources are not
What is the purpose of cited reference searching in a systematic review?
To identify articles that have cited a specific scholarly work
What is the significance of gaps in the literature?
They reveal an opportunity for further exploration of a topic
What is the primary purpose of a problem statement in research?
To clearly state the reasoning and importance of the problem for its intended audience
What is the primary difference between qualitative and quantitative research in terms of problem statements?
Qualitative research addresses the phenomenon, whereas quantitative research focuses on variables
What is a key characteristic of a problem statement in research?
It is a clear and concise statement of the research problem
What is the primary purpose of a chapter on 'Developing the Research Problem Statement, Purpose Statement, and Research Questions'?
To guide the development of a research problem statement and its related components
What is a characteristic of the presentation of results in qualitative research?
It includes a large volume of quotes from participants
What is the primary focus of qualitative research questions?
To explore human interactions and perspectives
What is the purpose of a null hypothesis in quantitative research?
To test for no significant difference or relationship between variables
Which of the following is a characteristic of mixed methods research questions?
It combines qualitative and quantitative approaches
What is the primary concern of validity in quantitative research?
The authenticity of the results
What is the purpose of writing a quantitative research question after a qualitative research question?
To follow up on the findings of the qualitative study
What is the primary concern of reliability in quantitative research?
The soundness of the data collection procedures
What is the primary advantage of using probability sampling methods?
It increases the internal validity of the study by controlling for selection bias
What is the main difference between stratified random sampling and proportional stratified random sampling?
In stratified random sampling, the subgroups are randomly selected, while in proportional stratified random sampling, the subgroups are selected based on their size
Which type of sampling method is used when the researcher selects participants based on a randomly chosen number?
Systematic sampling
What is a limitation of using non-probability sampling methods?
They do not guarantee a representative sample of the population
What is the primary characteristic of a sample that is obtained using probability sampling methods?
It is a statistically representative of the population
What is the benefit of using probability sampling methods in terms of external validity?
It enables researchers to generalize the results to other groups of people
Test your understanding of voluntariness, autonomy, and respect in research studies. Learn about the importance of informed consent and how to avoid influencing participants' decisions. Explore the concept of vulnerable populations and their role in research ethics.
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