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STA 630 RESEARCH METHODS QUIZ NO 1

Q1. What is opposite of a variable?

1. A concept
2. A construct
3. A constant
4. None of the given options

Correct answer: A constant

The opposite of a variable is a constant.

Q2. What does a researcher mean by the term “empirical”?

1. Duplication of data
2. Observation through sensory experiences
3. Scope of applicability of findings in other settings as well.
4. Knowledge which is verifiable by experience or observation

Correct answer: Knowledge which is verifiable by experience or observation

Q3. __________ explain the logical relationship among the concepts:

1. Statements
2. Propositions (Lesson no 4 Page no 26 Handouts)
3. Variables
4. Events

Correct answer: Propositions (Lesson no 4 Page no 26 Handouts)

Q4. The literature review that the researcher writes becomes the:

1. Conceptual framework for the research project.
2. Theoretical framework for the research project. (Lesson no 10 Page no 43 Handouts)
3. Methodological framework for the research project.
4. Analytical framework for the research project.

Correct answer: Theoretical framework for the research project. (Lesson no 10 Page no 43 Handouts)

Q5. Why do you need to review the existing literature?

1. All of the given options
2. To meet the requirement of word-count
3. To find out what is already known about our area of interest
4. To make a good impression

Correct answer: To find out what is already known about our area of interest

Q6. If one variable depends upon another variable is termed as:

1. None of the given option
2. Extraneous
3. Dependent (Lesson no 6 Page no 32 Handouts)
4. Independent

Correct answer: Dependent (Lesson no 6 Page no 32 Handouts)

Q7. The primary source of communication's means among researchers is

1. Scholarly Journals
2. Government Documents
3. Media reports
4. None of the given

Correct answer: Scholarly Journals

Q8. Rationalism is the application of: (Lesson no 2 Page no 17 Handouts)

1. Research solution
2. Logic and arguments
3. Traditions
4. Previous findings

Correct answer: Logic and arguments

9. The scientific method is preferred over other ways of knowing because it is

more; (Lesson no 2 Page no 15 Handouts)

a. Reliable b. Systematic c. Accurate

d. All of the given options

Q10. An operational definition is:

1. One that bears no relation to the underlying concept.
2. An abstract, theoretical definition of a concept.
3. A definition of a concept in terms of specific, empirical measures.
4. One that refers to opera singers and their work.

Correct answer: A definition of a concept in terms of specific, empirical measures.

Reference & Explanation:

Page # 31, Lecture # 5 Operational definition is also called a working definition stated in terms of specific testing or measurement criteria. The concepts must have empirical referents (i.e. we must be able to count, measure, or in some other way gather thee information through our senses).

Q10. The "Verifiable" characteristic of scientific research deals with:

1. The results' replication (Lesson no 2 Page no 15 Handouts)
2. None of the given options
3. The results' application
4. The results' interpretation

Correct answer: The results' replication (Lesson no 2 Page no 15 Handouts)

Q12. Which of following statement is true?

1. Theory and Research are dichotomous
2. Theory and Research are interrelated
3. There is no difference between Theory and Research
4. None of the given statements is true.

Correct answer: Theory and Research are interrelated

Lesson 4 Theory and Research: the Dynamic Duo: Theory and research are interrelated; the dichotomy between theory and research is an artificial.

Q13. The independent variable is;

1. The variable manipulated in order to observe its effects
2. The variable that is measured
3. The free spirited variable
4. A confounding variable

Correct answer: The variable manipulated in order to observe its effects

Lesson 06

Independent variable:

Presumed cause presumed effect Stimulus Predicted from … Antecedent Manipulated Predictor

Q14. Which of the following best describes an operational definition?

1. All of the given options (Lesson no 5 Page no 31 Handouts)
2. It specifies measurement criteria
3. It specifies testing criteria
4. It gives meanings to a concept

Correct answer: All of the given options (Lesson no 5 Page no 31 Handouts)

Q15. A study conducted by Pepsi to find out “Impact of salary on employees’ turnover” is studied at what level

1. Micro level (Google)
2. Marco level
3. Broad level
4. Societal level

Correct answer: Micro level (Google)