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?

Close-ended questions Signup and view all the answers

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

Data Analysis and Interpretation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines quantitative research?

A systematic, controlled, empirical, and critical study of natural phenomena Signup and view all the answers

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

To undertake careful and systematic study Signup and view all the answers

According to Kerlinger (1973), what characterizes research?

It is a critical investigation of hypothetical propositions Signup and view all the answers

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

Authentic and verifiable contribution to knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What does the section aim to discuss about quantitative research?

Basic concepts related to quantitative research Signup and view all the answers

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?

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

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

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

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

Which of the following best defines quantitative research?

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

According to Kerlinger (1973), what characterizes research?

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

What does the section aim to discuss about quantitative research?

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