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During which phase is exploration commonly performed?
During which phase is exploration commonly performed?
Which feature is least likely to characterize research questions?
Which feature is least likely to characterize research questions?
What is the duration allocated for the exam?
What is the duration allocated for the exam?
How many multiple choice questions are there in total?
How many multiple choice questions are there in total?
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What happens if an answer is incorrect?
What happens if an answer is incorrect?
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What is the mark value of each correct multiple choice question?
What is the mark value of each correct multiple choice question?
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What must be done with the answers to the test?
What must be done with the answers to the test?
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Which statement best describes the consultation policy during the test?
Which statement best describes the consultation policy during the test?
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What is a characteristic of basic research?
What is a characteristic of basic research?
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Which type of research question is exemplified by ‘does anxiety increase under war situations?’
Which type of research question is exemplified by ‘does anxiety increase under war situations?’
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How do objectives differ from research questions?
How do objectives differ from research questions?
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In which section of research is the description of instruments used typically found?
In which section of research is the description of instruments used typically found?
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Are complex variables always dimensional?
Are complex variables always dimensional?
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What type of variable is represented by a scale from 1 – Totally Disagree to 5 – Totally Agree?
What type of variable is represented by a scale from 1 – Totally Disagree to 5 – Totally Agree?
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What describes a mediating variable?
What describes a mediating variable?
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What can be said about an experimental study?
What can be said about an experimental study?
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Study Notes
Research Methodology Test
- The test covers research methodology topics and requires students to answer multiple-choice questions and a development question
- The test is worth 15 marks, with each question worth 1.5 points except for the development question which is worth 5
- Students are allowed 1 hour and 15 minutes to complete the test
- The test is divided into two sections: Group I with questions 1-10, and Group II with question 11
- The exam does not allow the use of reference materials, but there is a 15-minute tolerance for answering the questions
- Students must carefully read each question before answering and must answer the questions on the answer sheet provided
- The test requires students to select the correct answer for each question
- Students must answer the development question in a separate space on the answer sheet
- Note: The test questions are not included in the summary for brevity.
The Exploration Phase
- The exploration phase is a key step in research
- The exploration phase is typically performed in the initial stages of a research project
- This phase is not the construction phase, verification phase, disruption phase or any other phase listed in the options
### Characteristics of Research Questions
- Research Questions must be clear, relevant, and innovative
- Controversial questions are not a necessary characteristic of a good research question
Basic Research
- Basic research is not practical in nature
- Basic research has limited implications in the practical field
- Basic research is not typically conducted within the practical field
- Basic research is driven by curiosity
- Basic research is not always curiosity-driven.
Relational Research Questions
- Relational research questions investigate relationships between variables
- These types of questions are not causal
- They are descriptive
- They are not both relational and descriptive
Objectives vs. Research Questions
- Research objectives are more specific and measurable than research questions
- Objectives focus on what the researcher intends to achieve, while research questions focus on the specific questions being addressed
- Objectives are less broad than research questions
- Objectives are more focused on the results than research questions
Research Instruments
- Research instruments are typically described in the Method section of a research investigation
- The Results, Literature Review, and Abstract sections do not typically include descriptions of research instruments
Complex Variables
- Complex variables may not always have dimensions
Ordinal Variables
- Ordinal Variables are those that have a defined order but the difference between two values is not always the same
- They are typically measured on a scale with clear rankings (e.g., Totally Disagree to Totally Agree)
- Nominal variables are not ordinal variables
- Ratio and interval variables are not ordinal variables
Mediating Variables
- Mediating variables are variables that indirectly influence the dependent variable
- They explain the relationship between the independent and dependent variables
- They are not the same as moderating variables
- They are not always common in qualitative studies
Experimental Studies
- Experimental studies allow researchers to manipulate and control independent variables
- This allows for the testing of causal relationships
- Experimental studies include control and experimental groups
- There is a control group and experimental group, not necessarily just one or the other
Definition of an Experimental Study
- An experimental study is a research methodology that involves manipulating an independent variable to observe its effect on a dependent variable
- The key elements of an experimental study are:
- Random assignment of participants to groups
- Manipulation of the independent variable
- Measurement of the dependent variable
- Control of extraneous variables
- Researchers must ensure that the experiment is conducted in a controlled environment and that the independent variable is the only factor that is being manipulated to isolate the effect of the independent variable on the dependent variable
Conducting an Experimental Study
- Conducting an experimental study involves several steps:
- Defining the research question: This is the first step in any research study. First, you need to ask a clear, specific question about the relationship between two or more variables.
- Developing a hypothesis: This is a statement that predicts the outcome of the study.
- Selecting a sample: Participants are selected for the study based on the research question and hypothesis.
- Randomly assigning participants to groups: This is one of the most important steps in an experimental study. Researchers must ensure that the participants are assigned to groups randomly so that the groups are equal in terms of other variables that might influence the outcome of the study.
- Manipulating the independent variable: Researchers must manipulate the independent variable to test its effect on the dependent variable.
- Measuring the dependent variable: Researchers must measure the dependent variable to see if there is a difference between the different groups.
- Analyzing the data: Results are analyzed to determine if the hypothesis was supported.
- Drawing conclusions: Researchers must draw conclusions based on the results of the analysis.
- Reporting the findings: Researchers must report the findings of the study in a clear, concise way.
- Note: this is a basic description. Specific steps might differ depending on the type of experiment.
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This quiz assesses students' understanding of research methodology through multiple-choice questions and a development question. Spanning two groups, it evaluates various key concepts essential for conducting research. Thorough reading and comprehension of each question are crucial for success.
