Gr 10 Math Lit: Ch 3.2 Collecting Data

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What is the primary factor that influences the way data is collected?

The type of data to be collected

The aim of the research (correct)

The size of the population

The method of data analysis

Which data collection method involves direct personal contact?

Questionnaire

Observation

Interview (correct)

Database analysis

What is the purpose of a questionnaire in data collection?

To gather information from a large number of people (correct)

To observe behavior

To conduct interviews

To analyze existing data

What is the term for the group from which we want to collect data?

Population Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the probability of selection in a random sample?

Probability of selection = 1/N Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a sample size calculation formula?

To avoid sample bias Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to keep a questionnaire short?

To ensure only necessary questions are asked Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for an organized list of data that can be computerized or in a paper filing system?

Database Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a relevance check in questionnaire development?

To assess the necessity and feasibility of each question Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using open-ended questions in a questionnaire?

They allow respondents to answer in their own words Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the response score in a Likert scale?

Response Score = Σ(R_i) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the 'Aim' component in the formula for questionnaire development?

To clearly state the purpose of the questionnaire Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using a logical order in questionnaire design?

It makes the questionnaire easier to follow and complete Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration when deciding on a data collection method?

The research aim Signup and view all the answers

Which data collection method is suitable when it is impractical to contact respondents directly?

Questionnaire Signup and view all the answers

What can occur if the sample chosen is not representative of the population?

Sample bias Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a random sample formula?

To ensure every individual has an equal chance of being selected Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to keep a questionnaire short?

To ensure only necessary questions are asked Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a database?

It is an organized list of data Signup and view all the answers

What can be a limitation of using an existing database?

The data may not be relevant to the research aim Signup and view all the answers

When is an interview a suitable data collection method?

When it is convenient to talk to respondents directly Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a relevance check in questionnaire development?

To eliminate unnecessary questions that do not support the study's aim Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using a logical order in questionnaire design?

It helps respondents to answer questions more accurately Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Structure' component in the formula for questionnaire development?

To organize questions in a logical and easy-to-follow sequence Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a Likert scale in questionnaire design?

It enables researchers to calculate a response score Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using clear wording in questionnaire design?

It helps respondents to understand the questions accurately Signup and view all the answers

Gr 10 Math Lit: Ch 3.2 Collecting Data

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What is the primary factor that influences the way data is collected?

Which data collection method involves direct personal contact?

What is the purpose of a questionnaire in data collection?

What is the term for the group from which we want to collect data?

What is the formula for calculating the probability of selection in a random sample?

What is the purpose of using a sample size calculation formula?

Why is it important to keep a questionnaire short?

What is the term for an organized list of data that can be computerized or in a paper filing system?

What is the primary purpose of a relevance check in questionnaire development?

What is the primary advantage of using open-ended questions in a questionnaire?

What is the formula for calculating the response score in a Likert scale?

What is the primary purpose of the 'Aim' component in the formula for questionnaire development?

What is the primary advantage of using a logical order in questionnaire design?

What is a key consideration when deciding on a data collection method?

Which data collection method is suitable when it is impractical to contact respondents directly?

What can occur if the sample chosen is not representative of the population?

What is the purpose of using a random sample formula?

Why is it important to keep a questionnaire short?

What is a characteristic of a database?

What can be a limitation of using an existing database?

When is an interview a suitable data collection method?

What is the primary purpose of a relevance check in questionnaire development?

What is the benefit of using a logical order in questionnaire design?

What is the purpose of the 'Structure' component in the formula for questionnaire development?

What is the advantage of using a Likert scale in questionnaire design?

What is the primary advantage of using clear wording in questionnaire design?

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