Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods Quiz
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In quantitative research, what is the general purpose of investigating a particular topic or activity through measurement of variables in quantifiable ways?

  • To determine the incidence of various views and opinions in a chosen sample
  • To quantify data and generalize results from a sample of the population (correct)
  • To investigate the extent of a relationship between two or more variables
  • To provide systematic information about a phenomenon

In conducting quantitative research, what stage involves the formulation of hypotheses and assumptions?

  • Review of Related Literature
  • Formulation of Hypotheses and Assumptions (correct)
  • Theoretical/Conceptual Framework Construction
  • Objectives Formulation

Which type of quantitative research design seeks to describe the current status of an identified variable?

  • Descriptive Research (correct)
  • Experimental Research
  • Correlational Research
  • Causal-Comparative Research

What is the characteristic of quantitative research that involves close-ended questions?

<p>Close-ended questions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which stage in conducting quantitative research involves data analysis and interpretation?

<p>Data Analysis and Interpretation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines quantitative research?

<p>A systematic, controlled, empirical, and critical study of natural phenomena (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of research according to Webster (1984)?

<p>To undertake careful and systematic study (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Kerlinger (1973), what characterizes research?

<p>It is a critical investigation of hypothetical propositions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Cook (n.d.) emphasize as the outcome of a piece of research?

<p>Authentic and verifiable contribution to knowledge (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the section aim to discuss about quantitative research?

<p>Basic concepts related to quantitative research (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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