Research Methodology MCQs

This document provides a multiple choice quiz with answers on research methods. It covers topics like the definition of research, qualities of researchers.

Which sampling method is particularly useful when the researcher is trying to study hard-to-reach populations?

A. Convenience Sampling
B. Snowball Sampling
C. Purposive Sampling
D. Quota Sampling
Correct answer is: B. Snowball Sampling
Snowball sampling is ideal for studying populations that are difficult to access or identify.

Which term refers to drawing additional participants based on an established method or criteria?

A. Quota Sampling
B. Snowball Sampling
C. Systematic Sampling
D. Purposive Sampling
Correct answer is: B. Snowball Sampling
Snowball sampling recruits new participants based on referrals from initial participants.

Which sampling method often results in non-representative samples due to its non-random nature?

A. Convenience Sampling
B. Snowball Sampling
C. Purposive Sampling
D. Quota Sampling
Correct answer is: A. Convenience Sampling
Convenience sampling can lead to biased, non-representative samples because it relies on ease of access rather than random selection.

Researchers prefer probability sampling for greater generalizability because it involves

A. Non-random Selection
B. Random Selection
C. Stratified Selection
D. Cluster Selection
Correct answer is: B. Random Selection
Probability sampling is preferred for generalizability because it involves random selection, reducing bias.

Which research method is often seen in descriptive and exploratory studies to gather in-depth insights?

A. Qualitative Methods
B. Quantitative Methods
C. Experimental Methods
D. Survey Methods
Correct answer is: A. Qualitative Methods
Qualitative methods are used in descriptive and exploratory studies to gain detailed insights.

Haphazard Sampling is the other name of

A. Convenience Sampling
B. Snowball Sampling
C. Purposive Sampling
D. Quota Sampling
Correct answer is: A. Convenience Sampling
Haphazard sampling is another term for convenience sampling, where participants are chosen based on ease of access.

Process of selecting a sample that the researcher believes to be representative of given population is

A. Convenience Sampling
B. Snowball Sampling
C. Purposive Sampling
D. Quota Sampling
Correct answer is: C. Purposive Sampling
Purposive sampling is based on selecting individuals deemed to represent the population effectively.

Sampling in which selection is based on required exact numbers, or quotas, of individuals or groups is called

A. Convenience Sampling
B. Snowball Sampling
C. Purposive Sampling
D. Quota Sampling
Correct answer is: D. Quota Sampling
Quota sampling involves selecting a sample that reflects specific quotas for subgroups.

Selecting a few people and then using them to identify additional participants is called

A. Convenience Sampling
B. Snowball Sampling
C. Purposive Sampling
D. Quota Sampling
Correct answer is: B. Snowball Sampling
Snowball sampling uses initial participants to recruit additional participants.

A small group of population selected by specific procedures for observation and analysis is called

A. Sample
B. Population
C. Data
D. All of these
Correct answer is: A. Sample
A sample is a subset of the population chosen for analysis.
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