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A researcher is interested in understanding the in-depth experiences of individuals who have overcome significant adversity. Which research method would be the MOST appropriate for this type of study?
A researcher is interested in understanding the in-depth experiences of individuals who have overcome significant adversity. Which research method would be the MOST appropriate for this type of study?
A team of scientists aims to determine if a new drug effectively reduces blood pressure. Which research design is MOST suitable for establishing a cause-and-effect relationship in this scenario?
A team of scientists aims to determine if a new drug effectively reduces blood pressure. Which research design is MOST suitable for establishing a cause-and-effect relationship in this scenario?
A marketing firm wants to understand consumer preferences for a new product line. They plan to gather data on demographics, purchase history, and attitudes towards the brand. Which research design aligns BEST with this goal?
A marketing firm wants to understand consumer preferences for a new product line. They plan to gather data on demographics, purchase history, and attitudes towards the brand. Which research design aligns BEST with this goal?
A historian is writing a book about the cultural impact of World War II. They extensively cite primary source documents and literary works. Which citation style would be MOST appropriate for this project?
A historian is writing a book about the cultural impact of World War II. They extensively cite primary source documents and literary works. Which citation style would be MOST appropriate for this project?
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Which data collection method is characterized by a structured conversation between a researcher and a respondent?
Which data collection method is characterized by a structured conversation between a researcher and a respondent?
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A researcher wants to gather detailed, qualitative data about consumer preferences for a new product line. Which type of question would be most suitable for this purpose?
A researcher wants to gather detailed, qualitative data about consumer preferences for a new product line. Which type of question would be most suitable for this purpose?
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A marketing team needs to quickly assess customer satisfaction with a recent service. Which type of question would be most efficient for gathering this data?
A marketing team needs to quickly assess customer satisfaction with a recent service. Which type of question would be most efficient for gathering this data?
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A scientist is studying the behavior of primates in their natural habitat without interfering. Which primary data collection method are they employing?
A scientist is studying the behavior of primates in their natural habitat without interfering. Which primary data collection method are they employing?
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In which research scenario would a case study approach be MOST appropriate?
In which research scenario would a case study approach be MOST appropriate?
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A historian is researching the social impact of the Industrial Revolution by analyzing census records, newspaper articles, and personal letters from the period. What type of data are these sources?
A historian is researching the social impact of the Industrial Revolution by analyzing census records, newspaper articles, and personal letters from the period. What type of data are these sources?
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A researcher aims to understand the prevailing attitudes towards climate change among the general public. Which secondary data source would be MOST relevant for gathering this information?
A researcher aims to understand the prevailing attitudes towards climate change among the general public. Which secondary data source would be MOST relevant for gathering this information?
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A company wants to gather feedback on a new product from a group of potential customers before its official release. Which primary data collection method would be most suitable for this early-stage feedback?
A company wants to gather feedback on a new product from a group of potential customers before its official release. Which primary data collection method would be most suitable for this early-stage feedback?
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Flashcards
APA Style
APA Style
A citation format focusing on author's name and publication year, used in social sciences.
MLA Style
MLA Style
A citation method prioritizing author's name and page number, mainly for humanities.
Descriptive Research Design
Descriptive Research Design
Research aimed at describing characteristics without testing hypotheses; utilizes surveys and observations.
Correlational Research Design
Correlational Research Design
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Experimental Research Design
Experimental Research Design
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Questionnaire
Questionnaire
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Interview
Interview
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Observation
Observation
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Open-ended questions
Open-ended questions
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Close-ended questions
Close-ended questions
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Primary data
Primary data
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Secondary data
Secondary data
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Field Studies
Field Studies
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Study Notes
Questionnaires, Interviews, and Observation
- A questionnaire is a structured set of questions used to collect data from a population regarding attributes, attitudes, and actions.
- An interview is a structured conversation where one person asks questions and the other provides answers.
- Observation involves a face-to-face interaction with the respondent to gather data on their activity.
Question Types
- Open-ended questions allow respondents to answer in their own words, providing detailed qualitative data.
- Closed-ended questions provide pre-defined response options, making data analysis easier.
- Rating scale questions measure attitudes, opinions, and satisfaction using a scale.
Primary Data Sources
- Primary data is collected firsthand for a specific research purpose, offering original, unanalyzed information.
- Common primary data sources include surveys, questionnaires, interviews, experiments, observations, case studies, field studies, focus groups, and direct measurements.
Secondary Data Sources
- Secondary data is already collected, processed, and published for purposes other than the current research.
- Sources include books, research papers, government reports, databases, news media, company records, industry reports, public databases, social media data, historical documents, and census data.
Research Designs
- Descriptive: Describes characteristics of a population without testing hypotheses. Uses methods like surveys, case studies, and observations. For example, describing demographic characteristics of consumers, or classroom behavior patterns.
- Correlational: Explores relationships between variables without manipulating them. Uses methods like surveys or observations. For example, studying the correlation between study hours and academic performance.
- Experimental: Aims to determine causality by manipulating variables and observing effects. Uses methods like randomized controlled trials, laboratory or field experiments. For example, testing a new teaching method to improve student performance.
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Explore the various methods of data collection, including questionnaires, interviews, and observations. Learn about different question types and primary data sources that are essential in research. This quiz will test your understanding of these fundamental concepts.
