Question 1

Which is the major function of research design?
A)as a blueprint of the study
B)directional function
C)anticipatory function
D)collaborative function

Accepted Answer

D

Question 2

Which is not a component of theoretical idea?
A)concepts
B)variables
C)propositions
D)paradigm

Accepted Answer

A paradigm is a broad framework or worldview underlying the theories and methodology of a particular scientific subject, not a component of a theoretical idea itself. Concepts, variables, and propositions are all integral components of theoretical ideas, used to construct and articulate theories.

Question 3

…………………… is consider as an blueprint of research?
A)research question
B)research design
C)sampling
D)data collection

Accepted Answer

Research design is considered the blueprint of research because it outlines the plan for collecting, measuring, and analyzing data. It guides the researcher in structuring the research process to effectively address the research question.

Question 4

Communication, plan and …………………….. are the functions of research proposal put forwarded by Punch Keith?
A)contract
B)outline
C)outcome
D)action

Accepted Answer

Punch Keith identifies communication, plan, and contract as the functions of a research proposal.

Question 5

………………………… is an outline or blueprint of the research you want to do?
A)research question
B)research hypothesis
C)research proposal
D)theoretical framework

Accepted Answer

A research proposal is an outline or blueprint of the research you want to do, detailing the plan, approach, and methodology for your research project.

Question 6

"An American Dilemma" is a major work of …………………………?
A)eric anderson
B)marin albrow
C)gunnar myrdal
D)margaret archer

Accepted Answer

"An American Dilemma" is a seminal work by Swedish economist Gunnar Myrdal that examines race relations and the struggles of African Americans in the United States.

Question 7

A statement that containing one or more than variable, is called………………………?
A)hypothesis
B)propositions
C)concepts
D)inferential

Accepted Answer

A proposition is a statement that can contain one or more variables and can be either true or false depending on the values of these variables.

Question 8

Find out odd one
A)descriptive research
B)explanatory research
C)pure research
D)correlational research

Accepted Answer

Pure research, also known as basic or fundamental research, is aimed at gaining knowledge for the sake of knowledge itself, without a direct application in mind. Descriptive, explanatory, and correlational research are all types of applied research, which are conducted with a specific goal or application in mind, such as describing phenomena, explaining relationships, or exploring correlations between variables.

Question 9

Applying a general rule to specific phenomenon, it is known as ……………………..?
A)deduction
B)induction
C)variable
D)theory

Accepted Answer

Deduction involves applying a general rule or principle to a specific case or phenomenon to draw a conclusion.

Question 10

………………… measured on nominal or ordinal measurement scale?
A)continuous variable
B)polytamous variable
C)predictor variable
D)categorical variable

Accepted Answer

Categorical variables are measured on nominal or ordinal scales, as they represent categories or ordered categories without a true numerical value.

Question 11

A conscious endeavor to either hide or highlight something, it is termed as ….….?
A)bias
B)validity
C)concept
D)hypothesis

Accepted Answer

Bias refers to a tendency to lean in a certain direction, either in favor of or against a particular thing, often in a way that is considered to be unfair. When someone consciously endeavors to hide or highlight something, it is an act of bias, as they are not neutrally presenting information but are instead skewing it to support a particular viewpoint or outcome.

Question 12

Research conducted for knowledge expansion without any purpose of applicability. This research is known as …………………………?
A)exploratory research
B)analytical research
C)pure research
D)action research

Accepted Answer

Pure research, also known as basic or fundamental research, is conducted for the sake of knowledge expansion without any immediate application in mind. It aims to increase our understanding of fundamental principles without focusing on solving a specific, practical problem.

Question 13

"Theory as a set of logically interrelated statements in the form of empirical assertions about propertied of infinite classes of events or things" who defined?
A)jack gibbs
B)braithwaite
C)arnold rose
D)john dewey

Accepted Answer

Jack Gibbs defined theory as a set of logically interrelated statements in the form of empirical assertions about properties of infinite classes of events or things.

Question 14

"A set of logically interrelated concepts, definitions and proposition that explain and predict social facts or phenomena". The statement is related to ……………………..?
A)variables
B)theory
C)logical reasoning
D)objectivity

Accepted Answer

The statement describes a theory, which is a set of interrelated concepts, definitions, and propositions designed to explain and predict phenomena or facts, especially within the context of social sciences.

Question 15

Which of the following statement illustrates the role of theory in research?
A)theory constrain the study and narrow down to your topic
B)provide conceptual framework for a study
C)cannot be utilized to foresee further facts
D)summarize already known facts and information

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statement illustrates the...

Question 16

………………… is a sampling method, in which the subjects are deliberately chosen to be part of the sample with specific predetermined criteria?
A)snowball sampling
B)cluster sampling
C)stratified sampling
D)judgmental sampling

Accepted Answer

Judgmental sampling, also known as purposive sampling, involves selecting sample members to be part of the study based on specific criteria and the researcher's judgment. This method is used when the researcher wants to create a sample with particular characteristics.

Question 17

Which method used to synthesis qualitative findings in a topic or systematic based data?
A)meta summary
B)rapid view
C)meta-analysis
D)meta synthesis

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which method used to synthesis qualitative findings...

Question 18

Which among the following is merit of the census method?
A)collect information on specific events
B)results are valid and bias free
C)total enumeration of all things in the \populace\
D)possibility to resurvey the same sample

Accepted Answer

Total enumeration of all things in the populace is a merit of the census method.

Question 19

What is the reason for discard the census method?
A)the cost is high
B)time consuming
C)large efforts and energy
D)all the above

Accepted Answer

The census method is often discarded due to the high costs, time-consuming nature, and the large efforts and energy required to conduct it, encompassing all the reasons listed.

Question 20

The researcher didn't have an accurate list of population or no other sampling is suitable. The researcher can use ………………………….?
A)convenience sampling
B)quota sampling
C)snowball sampling
D)cluster sampling

Accepted Answer

The answer of The researcher didn't have an accurate list...

Quiz 7: Research Methods and Theory in Social Science

Which is the major function of research design?

Which is not a component of theoretical idea?

…………………… is consider as an blueprint of research?

Communication, plan and …………………….. are the functions of research proposal put forwarded by Punch Keith?

………………………… is an outline or blueprint of the research you want to do?

"An American Dilemma" is a major work of …………………………?

A statement that containing one or more than variable, is called………………………?

Find out odd one

Applying a general rule to specific phenomenon, it is known as ……………………..?

………………… measured on nominal or ordinal measurement scale?

A conscious endeavor to either hide or highlight something, it is termed as ….….?

Research conducted for knowledge expansion without any purpose of applicability. This research is known as …………………………?

"Theory as a set of logically interrelated statements in the form of empirical assertions about propertied of infinite classes of events or things" who defined?

"A set of logically interrelated concepts, definitions and proposition that explain and predict social facts or phenomena". The statement is related to ……………………..?

Which of the following statement illustrates the role of theory in research?

………………… is a sampling method, in which the subjects are deliberately chosen to be part of the sample with specific predetermined criteria?

Which method used to synthesis qualitative findings in a topic or systematic based data?

Which among the following is merit of the census method?

What is the reason for discard the census method?

The researcher didn't have an accurate list of population or no other sampling is suitable. The researcher can use ………………………….?