Question 1

Exploratory research can be explained by which of the following statements:&#10;A) Focusing upon the issue of what is happening, or how much of it has happened, rather than why it is happening.&#10;B) Takes place where there is little or no prior knowledge of a phenomenon.&#10;C) A type of research that attempts to gain some familiarity with the appropriate concepts and looks for patterns or ideas without any preconceived ideas or explanation.&#10;D) Both B & C

Accepted Answer

Exploratory research takes place where there is little or no prior knowledge of a phenomenon (B) and attempts to gain some familiarity with the appropriate concepts and looks for patterns or ideas without any preconceived ideas or explanation (C). Additionally, exploratory research focuses upon the issue of what is happening or how much of it has happened, rather than why it is happening (A).

Question 2

Which of the following statements best describes explanatory research?&#10;A) Describes a particular phenomenon, focusing upon the issue of what is happening, or how much of it has happened, rather than why it is happening.&#10;B) This type of research is involved in explaining why something happens, and assessing causal relationships between variables.&#10;C) Forecasts future phenomena, based on the interpretations suggested by explanatory research.&#10;D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Explanatory research is involved in explaining why something happens and assessing causal relationships between variables. It is different from descriptive research (choice A), which describes a particular phenomenon, and predictive research (choice C), which forecasts future phenomena based on the interpretations suggested by explanatory research. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

Question 3

Which of the following statements best describes primary research?&#10;A) Takes place to explore a particular concept, or issue, without regard for a specific problem, and may be carried out to simply gain a better understanding of the overall concepts.&#10;B) Is undertaken to solve a specific problem or provide a solution to a practical question.&#10;C) Refers to research that has involved the collection of original data specific to that particular research project, for example through using research methods such as questionnaires or interviews.&#10;D) Refers to research where no such original data is collected, but the research project uses existing (or secondary) sources of data, for example census or archive data.

Accepted Answer

Primary research involves collecting original data specific to the research project, such as through surveys or interviews. Option A describes exploratory research, which is a type of primary research but not the most accurate description of it. Option B describes applied research, which may use primary research methods to solve a specific problem. Option D describes secondary research, which is not primary research.

Question 4

Which of the following statements best describes theoretical research?&#10;A) Generally uses the findings from existing works to develop new ideas through analysing existing theory and explanations.&#10;B) Supports the development of new ideas through the collection of data.&#10;C) Takes place to explore a particular concept, or issue, without regard for a specific problem, and may be carried out to simply gain a better understanding of the overall concepts.&#10;D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

Theoretical research generally uses existing theory and explanations to develop new ideas and analysis. It does not involve collecting new data or exploring a specific problem, but rather seeks to advance academic understanding through analysis and synthesis of previous findings.

Question 5

When reading research what should you not do?&#10;A) Identify the methods chosen to collect data.&#10;B) Identify the most important findings.&#10;C) Identify the research question and objectives&#10;D) Be objective but not critical

Accepted Answer

When reading research, it is important to be both objective and critical. This means examining the methods chosen to collect data, identifying the research question and objectives, as well as the important findings. It is not recommended to ignore any of these aspects of the research.

Question 6

How many trees have been donated as part of the NASCAR Clean Air Tree Planting Program?&#10;A) More than 100,000&#10;B) More than 200,000&#10;C) More than 300,000&#10;D) More than 400,000

Accepted Answer

The NASCAR Clean Air Tree Planting Program has donated more than 400,000 trees, aiming to offset carbon emissions produced by racing events.

Question 7

Which was the first summer Olympics to be deemed a 'green games'?&#10;A) The 1996 Atlanta Olympics&#10;B) The 2000 Sydney Olympics&#10;C) The 2004 Athens Olympics&#10;D) The 2008 Bejing Olympics

Accepted Answer

The 2000 Sydney Olympics were the first to be deemed a "green games" due to their efforts in implementing sustainable practices such as using renewable energy sources, reducing waste and emissions, and promoting public transportation.

Question 8

In which year was the Andre Agassi Foundation created?&#10;A) 1993&#10;B) 1994&#10;C) 1995&#10;D) 1996

Accepted Answer

The Andre Agassi Foundation was created in 1994 to provide educational opportunities for children.

Question 9

What was the name of the PGA's community programme?&#10;A) Drive to $1 million&#10;B) Drive to $10 million&#10;C) Drive to $100 million&#10;D) Drive to $1 billion

Accepted Answer

The PGA's community program was named "Drive to $1 billion," reflecting their ambitious goal to generate significant funds for various charitable causes.

Question 10

Which governing body made a commitment in 2007 to allocating 0.7 per cent of annual revenue to social projects?&#10;A) UEFA&#10;B) FIFA&#10;C) The Premier League&#10;D) The Bundesliga

Accepted Answer

UEFA made a commitment in 2007 to allocate 0.7% of its annual revenue to social projects, demonstrating its commitment to social responsibility and community development.

Deck 13: Managing Social Responsibility in Sport and Researching Sport Management