Question 1

Data …………….. is the process of reviewing the raw data gathered in order to find and correct errors?
A)editing
B)coding
C)classification
D)arrangement

Accepted Answer

Data editing is the process of inspecting and correcting errors in the raw data collected during research or data gathering activities. This step ensures the accuracy and completeness of the data before it is analyzed.

Question 2

According to Kothari, Which is the first step for report writing?
A)preparation of the rough draft
B)rewriting and polishing
C)logical analysis of the subject matter
D)preparation of the final outline

Accepted Answer

According to Kothari, the first step for report writing is the logical analysis of the subject matter. This involves understanding and organizing the information related to the topic before beginning to draft the report.

Question 3

The researcher can use ………………to refer the same work?
A)loc.cit
B)ibid
C)op.cit
D)pp

Accepted Answer

"Ibid" is used in footnotes and bibliographies to refer to the same source that was cited in the previous note or list entry, indicating that the same work is being cited again.

Question 4

According to MLA style of referencing, which of the following is a true referencing style of a book?
A)alexis, andre. (2015). fifteen dogs: an apologue. coach house book. new delhi
B)alexis, andre. fifteen dogs: an apologue. coach house book. new delhi, 2015.
C)alexis, a. (2015). fifteen dogs: an apologue. coach house book. new delhi.
D)alexis, andre. fifteen dogs: an apologue. (2015). coach house book. new delhi.

Accepted Answer

In MLA style, the author's name is followed by the title of the book, the publisher, the location of publication, and the year of publication. Option B correctly follows this format, with proper capitalization and punctuation.

Question 5

Which of the following best known software programme for code and retrieve theme in qualitative research?
A)spss
B)matlab
C)caqdas
D)stata

Accepted Answer

CAQDAS (Computer-Assisted Qualitative Data Analysis Software) is specifically designed for coding and retrieving themes in qualitative research, unlike SPSS, MATLAB, and Stata, which are more quantitative-focused.

Question 6

……. aim is to inform those interested in the full outcome or results of the research?
A)report writing
B)research proposal
C)research design
D)research abstract

Accepted Answer

Report writing is aimed at informing those interested in the full outcome or results of the research, providing a comprehensive and detailed account of the research process, findings, and conclusions.

Question 7

………………….are used to cite authority for specific statements quoted or phrased?
A)index
B)footnotes
C)bibliography
D)appendix

Accepted Answer

Footnotes are used to cite authority for specific statements quoted or paraphrased, providing a reference directly at the bottom of the page where the statement appears.

Question 8

…………………is an alphabetical list of words and expressions with the page of the book upon which they are to be found?
A)bibliography
B)footnotes
C)index
D)references

Accepted Answer

An index is an alphabetical list of words and expressions, along with the pages where they can be found in a book, facilitating quick information retrieval.

Question 9

Which of the following is most significant purpose of academic writing?
A)sharing data
B)measuring progress and assessment
C)enhancing your understanding and calculation
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

Academic writing serves multiple purposes including sharing data, measuring progress and assessment, and enhancing understanding and calculation skills. It is a comprehensive tool for communication within the academic community.

Question 10

………………..is an entire book typically composed by a single writer dependent on research projects or doctoral theses?
A)monograph
B)journals
C)magazines
D)research paper

Accepted Answer

A monograph is a detailed written study on a single specialized subject or an aspect of it, often by a single author, and it is commonly based on original research or an extension of the author's research project or doctoral thesis.

Question 11

…………………… is a collection of supplementary material that is relevant to your research project as well as provide a comprehensive understanding of the research problem?
A)reference
B)appendices
C)bibliography
D)footnotes

Accepted Answer

Appendices are a collection of supplementary material that is relevant to a research project, providing a comprehensive understanding of the research problem. They can include raw data, additional analyses, or other information that supports the research but is too detailed for the main body of the document.

Question 12

Find out odd one?
A)the cunning plagiarist
B)lazy plagiarist
C)accidental plagiarist
D)legal plagiarist

Accepted Answer

Plagiarism is inherently an unethical or illegal act involving the use of someone else's work without proper acknowledgment. Therefore, the term "legal plagiarist" is contradictory, making it the odd one out among the options.

Question 13

Which of the following software is not using for detect plagiarism?
A)matlab
B)turnitin
C)viper
D)small marine

Accepted Answer

MATLAB is a software used for numerical computing and data visualization. It is not used for detecting plagiarism.

Question 14

………………. provides systematic knowledge on problem and issues analyzed
A)synopsis
B)abstract
C)research report
D)research design

Accepted Answer

A research report provides systematic knowledge on problems and issues analyzed by presenting detailed information, analysis, and findings from a research project.

Question 15

………………. Is a graphical representation involves the plotting of cumulative frequency that may be cumulated downward or upward?
A)pie diagram
B)bar diagram
C)histogram
D)ogive

Accepted Answer

An ogive is a graphical representation that involves plotting cumulative frequencies, which can be accumulated either downward or upward, to show how many data points fall below or above a particular value.

Question 16

Copies of data collection instruments, such as interview schedule, questionnaire, are included in …………….?
A)appendices
B)bibliography
C)index
D)references

Accepted Answer

Copies of data collection instruments like interview schedules or questionnaires are typically included in the appendices of a research document. This section is used for supplementary material that is relevant to the study but not essential to include in the main text.

Question 17

…………… is a short note at the bottom of a page that provides more information about something that is included on that page?
A)transcription
B)abstract
C)footnote
D)inferential

Accepted Answer

A footnote is a note placed at the bottom of a page in a document or book. It provides additional information, clarification, or references related to the text on that page.

Quiz 4: Research and Writing Essentials

Data …………….. is the process of reviewing the raw data gathered in order to find and correct errors?

According to Kothari, Which is the first step for report writing?

The researcher can use ………………to refer the same work?

According to MLA style of referencing, which of the following is a true referencing style of a book?

Which of the following best known software programme for code and retrieve theme in qualitative research?

……. aim is to inform those interested in the full outcome or results of the research?

………………….are used to cite authority for specific statements quoted or phrased?

…………………is an alphabetical list of words and expressions with the page of the book upon which they are to be found?

Which of the following is most significant purpose of academic writing?

………………..is an entire book typically composed by a single writer dependent on research projects or doctoral theses?

…………………… is a collection of supplementary material that is relevant to your research project as well as provide a comprehensive understanding of the research problem?

Find out odd one?

Which of the following software is not using for detect plagiarism?

………………. provides systematic knowledge on problem and issues analyzed

………………. Is a graphical representation involves the plotting of cumulative frequency that may be cumulated downward or upward?

Copies of data collection instruments, such as interview schedule, questionnaire, are included in …………….?

…………… is a short note at the bottom of a page that provides more information about something that is included on that page?