Research Methods: Data Analysis
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Research Methods: Data Analysis

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What is the primary purpose of data analysis?

  • To discover relevant information and support decision-making (correct)
  • To generate data
  • To collect data
  • To validate a research study

    • What type of data analysis is used when it is not clear what to expect from the data?

  • Qualitative
  • Inferential
  • Exploratory (correct)
  • Descriptive

    • Which of the following is a characteristic of descriptive data analysis?

  • It shows the relationship between multiple variables
  • It is used to make predictions
  • It helps researchers summarize the data and find patterns (correct)
  • It allows you to formulate conclusions beyond the data

    • What is the main goal of inferential data analysis?

    <p>To make inferences about the population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of data is characterized by numbers and statistics?

    <p>Quantitative data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of data in research?

    <p>To provide information to validate a research study</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of graphical presentation of data?

    <p>To compare two or more sets of data or quantities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of rearranging data from lowest to highest or vice versa in textual presentation of data?

    <p>To facilitate comparison and pattern detection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of a well-designed table in tabular presentation of data?

    <p>It must have a clear and simple structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of including units in graphical presentation of data?

    <p>To provide context for the data being presented</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of textual presentation of data?

    <p>To present data in a concise and meaningful way using words and statements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of including a caption and source in tabular presentation of data?

    <p>To provide additional information about the data</p> Signup and view all the answers

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