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What is the primary purpose of a structural analysis in the context of social inquiry?

To discover the interrelationships and relative importance of the different components or elements that make up an organization or system. (correct)
To conduct a factor analysis on the data collected from a Q-sort process.
To present the analysis in an effective manner, considering opposing viewpoints.
To examine the different perspectives and opinions of stakeholders in a social system.

Which of the following is a key step in the process of interpreting data during a social inquiry?

Presenting the analysis in a way that persuades the audience.
Contextualizing the data by considering law, ethics, and practice. (correct)
Evaluating the information to clarify the purpose of actions.
Conducting a Q-methodology study to gather stakeholder perspectives.

What is the primary purpose of the 'Presenting the analysis effectively' stage in the social inquiry process?

To evidence the steps taken in the previous stages of the inquiry. (correct)
To conduct a factor analysis on the data collected.
To gather stakeholder perspectives using a Q-sort process.
To make decisions about the appropriate course of action.

Which of the following is a key aspect of the 'Planning and decision-making' stage in the social inquiry process?

Situating actions on the available 'evidence', such as research evidence or previous actions. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does the 'Presenting the analysis effectively' stage help to engage stakeholders in the social inquiry process?

By explaining or considering opposing viewpoints. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of 'Practitioner wisdom' in the 'Interpreting the data' stage of the social inquiry process?

It is used to contextualize the data by considering law, ethics, and practice. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of choosing elements that mean different things in a Q-sort exercise?

To ensure that participants prioritize other items over the similar elements (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to avoid extremely agreeable or disagreeable elements in a Q-sort exercise?

To prevent participants from simply agreeing or disagreeing with all elements (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of analyzing the contention elements in a Q-sort exercise?

To prompt excellent discussions in participatory sessions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of identifying consensus elements in a Q-sort exercise?

To provide a backup set of elements to discuss if the discussion of contention items gets out of hand (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key principle of the Q-sort process?

Elements should be parallel in style (all sentences or all phrases) (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of conducting a factor analysis in the context of a Q-sort exercise?

To identify the distinct group or common 'perspectives' that emerged from the Q-sort (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using the Q Sort methodology?

It allows for the identification of distinct subgroups with shared perspectives. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes the disadvantage of the Q Sort activity?

It is time-consuming and laborious to administer, score, and enter data. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Social Risk Management Framework/Analysis?

To examine vulnerabilities and potential threats to societal well-being. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of identifying distinct subgroups in the Q Sort analysis?

It allows for the representation of diverse perspectives and voices. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines the term 'risk'?

The possibility of losing something of value. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following stakeholders would likely benefit from the insights provided by the Social Risk Management Framework/Analysis?

Policymakers and government agencies responsible for social welfare programs. (B) Signup and view all the answers