Research Focus and Relevance Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of probability sampling?

To conduct qualitative research more effectively
To ensure the sample is statistically representative of the population (correct)
To increase the diversity of the sample
To choose sample elements that symbolize the relevant characteristics

What is the main difference between statistical representation and symbolic representation in sampling?

Statistical representation involves random selection, while symbolic representation involves deliberate selection. (correct)
Statistical representation is concerned with the sample size, while symbolic representation is concerned with the sample characteristics.
Statistical representation focuses on representativeness, while symbolic representation focuses on diversity.
Statistical representation is used for quantitative research, while symbolic representation is used for qualitative research.

Why is diversity important in non-probability sampling?

Diversity ensures that the sample is statistically representative of the population.
Diversity increases the likelihood of a complete picture and allows for the examination of the interdependence of variables. (correct)
Diversity is not important in non-probability sampling, as the focus is on symbolic representation.
Diversity is only important in qualitative research, not in quantitative research.

Which of the following is NOT a form of non-probability sampling?

Random sampling (A) Signup and view all the answers

In what type of research is non-probability sampling more commonly used?

Qualitative research (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of purposive sampling or criterion-based sampling?

To choose sample elements that can collectively represent different perspectives (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of software allows you to label or tag passages of text that can later be retrieved according to the codes applied?

Code and retrieve programs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key requirement of analytic tools that allows the data to be systematically and comprehensively covered?

Allows systematic and comprehensive coverage of the data set (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the second stage in the analytical hierarchy described in the text?

Assigning meaning to things (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of software facilitates the graphic display and investigation of conceptual, cognitive or semantic networks within a data set?

Conceptual network builders (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key requirement of analytic tools that allows the data to be flexible and transparent to others?

Permits flexibility (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of software provides a structure to the data stored and is usually searchable in a similar way to text retrieval programs?

Textbase managers (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of research questions that are suitable for data collection?

They are focused and can be investigated through empirical data (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor to consider when choosing research settings and populations?

The researcher's personal interests and preferences (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of making comparisons in qualitative research?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between research designs and the selected research settings and populations?

Research designs should be built around the selected research settings and populations (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of existing literature or understanding of the research context in selecting research settings and populations?

It should inform the selection process (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about research questions, according to the text?

They should be informed by and connected to existing research or theory (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between population heterogeneity and sample size?

The more heterogeneous the population, the larger the sample size required. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the number of selection criteria affect sample size?

The more selection criteria, the larger the sample size required. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between nesting of criteria and sample size?

The more nesting of criteria, the larger the sample size required. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the number of special groups to be studied affect sample size?

The more special groups, the larger the sample size required. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the number of samples in a study and the total sample size?

The more samples, the larger the total sample size required. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of sampling is more suitable for exploratory studies in unknown areas?

Theoretical sampling (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial step in grounded theory research?

Initiation of the research and selection of an area of inquiry (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the sub-steps of data analysis in grounded theory research?

Theoretical sampling (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the constant comparative method in grounded theory research?

To generate and analyze data (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the final step in grounded theory research?

Reporting the resulting theory (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about data analysis in grounded theory research is NOT true?

Data analysis is a linear process with distinct steps (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the information provided, when can data collection stop in grounded theory research?

When new conceptualizations emerge (D) Signup and view all the answers