SECTION - 5
1. A statistical measure based upon the entire
population is called parameter while measure based on a sample is known as
A.
Sample parameter B. Inference C. Statistic D. None of these. Answer:
Option C
2. Who said that members of the same species are
not alike
A.
Darwin B. Hebert spencer C. Best D. Good Answer: Option A
3. In
order to augment the accuracy of the study the researcher
A.
Should increase the size of his sample B.
Should be honest and unbiased
C.
Should keep the variance high D.
All of these Answer: Option D
4. Survey
study aims at
A.
Knowing facts about the existing situation
B.
Comparing the present status with the standard norms
C.
Criticizing the existing situation
D.
Identifying the means of improving the existing situation Answer: Option B
5. The
validity and reliability of a research will be at stake when
A.
The author who is the source of information is biased, incompetent or dishonest
B.
The incident was reported after a long period of time from that of its
occurrence
C.
The researcher himself is not competent enough to draw logical conclusions
D.
All of the above Answer: Option D
6. If the sample
drawn does not specify any condition about the parameter of the population it
is called
A.
Selected statistics B.
Distribution free statistics
C.
Census D.
None of the above Answer: Option B
7. Which
of the following is a primary source of data?
A.
Personal records, letters, diaries, autobiographies, wills etc.
B.
Official records, government documents, information reserved by socio-religious
organizations
C.
Oral testimony of traditions and customs
D.
All of the above Answer: Option D
8. All
are causes of no sampling errors except
A.
Faulty tools of measurements B.
Inadequate sample
C.
Non response D.
Defect in data collection Answer: Option B
9. Collective
psychology of the whole period is a theory which
A.
Can explain all phases of historical development
B.
Means the psychology of the whole society
C.
Means psychological approach of the collection
D.
All of the above Answer: Option A
10. Which
of the following is not the characteristic of a researcher?
A.
He is a specialist rather than a generalist
B.
He is industrious and persistent in the trail of discovery
C.
He is no inspirational to his choice of the field but accepts the reality
D.
He is objective Answer: Option A
11. The
review of the related study is important while undertaking a research because
A.
It avoids repetition or duplication B.
It helps in understanding the gaps
C.
It helps the researcher not to draw illogical conclusions D. All of the above
Answer: Option D
12. The
historical research is different from experimental research in the process of
A.
Replication B.
Formulation of the hypothesis
C.
The hypothesis testing D. All
of the above Answer: Option D
13. The
other name of independent variable for an experimental research is/are
A.
Treatment variable B.
Experimental variable
C.
Manipulated variable D.
All of the above Answer: Option D
14. If you are doing
experiment on a large group of sample which method of controlling will you
adopt?
A.
Matching B.
Randomisation
C.
Elimination and matching both of them D.
Elimination only Answer: Option B
15. Seeing
a very big rally it was reported that congress will win the election. The
conclusion was based on
A.
Random sampling B.
Cluster sampling
C.
Systematic sampling D.
Purposive sampling Answer: Option D
16. Scientific
elucidation is the fundamental objective of which research characteristic?
A.
Basic research B.
Long term research
C.
Naturalistic inquiry D.
Holistic perspective Answer: Option A
17. Which
form of research is concerned with describing, explaining and predicting
natural phenomena and relies only on experience and observation?
A.
Quantitative research B.
Qualitative research
C.
Applied research D.
Fundamental research Answer: Option D
18. Which
of the following is not a problem associated with observational studies?
A.
The main conclusion may be invalid because of the confounding effects of
uncontrolled variables
B.
Estimates may be biased because of non-random sampling
C.
Observations have to be taken on groups of individuals rather than on
individuals themselves
D.
None of the above Answer: Option D
19. Which
of the following research method requires a researcher to freely pick up a
problem, redesign the enquiry as he proceeds and is prepared to conceptualize
as he wishes?
A.
Historical research B.
Conclusion-oriented research
C.
Decision-oriented research D.
None of the above Answer: Option B
20. Which
of the following approach is not used for developing a working hypothesis?
A.
Discussion with colleagues and experts about the problem, its origin and
objectives in seeking a solution
B.
Examination of data and records, if available, concerning the problem for
possible trends, peculiarities and other clues
C.
Review of similar studies in the area or of the studies on similar problems
D.
Following the traditional trend Answer: Option D
21. Which
kind of research sampling can be used to obtain a representative sample?
A.
Stratified sampling B. Quota sampling C. Systematic sampling D. Simple random sampling
Answer: Option A
Representative
samples are one type of sampling method. This method uses stratified random sampling
to help identify its components. Other methods can include random sampling and
systematic sampling.
22. Which
sampling procedure gives each item an equal probability of being tested?
A.
Simple random sampling B. Quota
sampling C. Stratified sampling D. Systematic sampling
Answer: Option A
Random
sampling is a part of the sampling technique in which each sample has an equal
probability of being chosen. A sample chosen randomly is meant to be an
unbiased representation of the total population.
23. Which
sampling procedure involves grouping the population and then selecting the
groups or the clusters rather than individual elements for inclusion in the
sample?
A.
Area sampling B. Cluster sampling C. Multi-stage sampling D. Deliberate sampling
Answer: Option B
24. Which
sampling is also known as purposive or non-probability sampling?
A.
Multi-stage sampling B. Deliberate
sampling C. Area sampling D. Sequential sampling
Answer: Option B
25. Which method
implies the collection of information by way of investigator's own examination,
without interviewing the respondents?
A. Schedule method B. Observation C. Posting questionnaire D. None of the above
Answer: Option B
26.Which type of research method is most
appropriate when the focus of the research is subjective experience?
A.
Pre-empirical B. Descriptive method C. Experimental method D. Qualitative method
Answer: Option D
27. The
process of describing a culture or way of life from a folk people's perspective
is
A.
Sociometry B.
Ethnomethodology C. Ethnography D. Photography
Answer: Option C
28. Which
type of research method is normally employed by the media?
A.
Secondary analysis B. Content
analysis C. Unobtrusive
measures D. Natural experiment
Answer: Option B
Media
research methods are the practical procedures for carrying out a research
project. These methods include content analysis, surveys, focus groups,
experiments, and participant observation. Research methods generally involve
either test subjects or analysis of media.
29. Oral
history forms a part of which of the following methods of historiography?
A.
Private sources B. Secondary
sources C. Running records D. Recollections
Answer: Option D
30. Which
of the following is also called archival data?
A.
Private sources B. Secondary
sources C. Running records D. Recollections
Answer: Option A
31. Which
of the following is not a form of evaluation research?
A.
Need assessment B. Process
evaluation C. Context evaluation D. Programme evaluation
Answer: Option D
32. Which
one of the following is the method of data collection?
A.
Warranty cards B. Distributor
or store audits
C.
Pantry audits D. All of the
above Answer: Option D
33. Which
one of the following is not a basic component of research?
A.
We can know nature
B.
All natural phenomena have unnatural causes
C.
Knowledge is better than ignorance
D.
Knowledge is derived from observation of nature Answer: Option B
34. Which
of the following statement is wrong regarding inductive generalizations?
A.
They are based on observed facts and realistic foundation
B.
It is scientific in character and some of the important theorems of the
physical and social sciences have been developed through this method
C.
It is helpful in finding out the material truth
D.
It is easy, cost effective and time saving method Answer: Option D
35. A
concept is a word or a phrase which symbolizes the phenomenon and helps to
communicate the finding. Which fact about the concept is wrong?
A.
It is similar to an the same thing as a fact
B.
It is abstracted from the sense perceptions
C.
They are logical constructs created from the sense impressions or complex
experiences
D.
It should not be confusing Answer: Option A
36. A
research paper is a brief report of research work based on
A.
Primary data only B.
Secondary data only
C.
Both primary and secondary data D.
None of the above Answer: Option C
37. Newton
gave three basic laws of motion. This research is categorized as
A.
Descriptive research B. Sample survey C. Fundamental research D.
Applied research
Answer: Option C
38. In
the process of conducting research 'formulation of hypothesis' is followed by
A.
Statement of objectives B.
Analysis of data
C.
Selection of research tools D.
Collection of data Answer: Option C
39. The
researcher are essential qualities of a
A.
Spirit of free enquiry
B.
Reliance on observation and evidence
C.
Systematization or theorizing of knowledge
D.
All of the above Answer: Option D
40. Which
of the following variables cannot be expressed in quantitative terms?
A.
Socio-economic status B.
Marital status
C.
Numerical aptitude D.
Professional attitude Answer: Option D
41. The
term phenomenology is associated with process of the
A.
Qualitative research B.
Analysis of variance
C.
Correlational study D.
Probability sampling Answer: Option A
42. Which
one of the following methods serve to measure correlation between two
variables?
A.
Scatter diagram B. Frequency
distribution
C.
Two-way table D. Coefficient
of rank correlation Answer: Option D
43. Which
of the following phrases is not relevant to describe the meaning of research as
a process?
A.
Systematic activity B. Objective
observation
C.
Trial and error D. Problem
solving Answer: Option C
44. Which
of the following is not an example of a continuous variable?
A.
Family size B. Intelligence C. Height D.
Attitude Answer: Option C
45. Action
research means
A.
A longitudinal research
B.
An applied research
C.
A research initiated to solve an immediate problem
D.
A research with socioeconomic objective Answer: Option C
46. Research
is
A.
Searching again and again
B.
Finding solution to any problem
C.
Working in a scientific way to search for truth of any problem
D.
None of the above Answer: Option C
47.A
common test in research demands much priority on
A.
Reliability B. Usability C. Objectivity D. All of the above Answer: Option D
48. Which
of the following is the first step in starting the research process?
A.
Searching sources of information to locate problem
B.
Survey of related literature
C.
Identification of problem
D.
Searching for solutions to the problem Answer: Option C
49. To
test null hypothesis, a researcher uses :
A.
T test B. Anova C. X2 D. Factorial analysis Answer: Option B
50. A
research problem is feasible only when :
A.
It has utility and relevance B.
It is researchable
C.
It is new and adds something to knowledge D.
All of the above
Answer: Option D
51. Bibliography
given in a research report :
A.
Shows vast knowledge of the researcher
B.
Helps those interested in further research
C.
Has no relevance to research
D.
All the above Answer: Option B
52. Fundamental
research reflects the ability to :
A.
Synthesize new ideals
B.
Expound new principles
C.
Evaluate the existing material concerning research
D.
Study the existing literature regarding various topics Answer: Option B
53. The
study in which the investigators attempt to trace an effect is known as :
A.
Survey research B.
Ex-post facto research
C.
Historical research D.
Summative research Answer: Option B
54. What
do you consider as the main aim of inter disciplinary research?
A.
To bring out holistic approach to research
B.
To reduce the emphasis of single subject in research domain
C.
To over simplify the problem of research
D.
To create a new trend in research methodology Answer: Option A
55. One
of the aims of the scientific method in research is to :
A.
Improve data interpretation B.
Eliminate spurious relations
C.
Confirm triangulation D.
Introduce new variables Answer: Option A
56. The
depth of any research can be judged by :
A.
Title of the research B.
Objectives of the research
C.
Total expenditure on the research D.
Duration of the research Answer: Option B
57. Action-research
is :
A.
An applied research
B.
A research carried out to solve immediate problems
C.
A longitudinal research
D.
All the above Answer: Option B
58. The
basis on which assumptions are formulated :
A.
Cultural background of the country B.
Universities
C.
Specific characteristics of the castes D.
All of these Answer: Option A
59. We
use factorial analysis :
A.
To know the relationship between two variables
B.
To test the hypothesis
C.
To know the difference between two variables
D.
To know the difference among the many variables Answer: Option D
60.The experimental study is based on :
A.
The manipulation of variables B.
Conceptual parameters
C.
Replication of research D.
Survey of literature Answer: Option A
61. The
main characteristic of scientific research is :
A.
Empirical B. Theoretical C. Experimental D. All of the above
Answer: Option D
62. A
null hypothesis is
A.
When there is no difference between the variables
B.
The same as research hypothesis
C.
Subjective in nature
D.
When there is difference between the variables Answer: Option A
63. The
research which is exploring new facts through the study of the past is called
A.
Philosophical research B.
Historical research
C.
Mythological research D.
Content analysis Answer: Option B
64. Manipulation
is always a part of
A.
Historical research B.
Fundamental research
C.
Descriptive research D.
Experimental research Answer: Option D
65. Which
correlation co-efficient best explains the relationship between creativity and
intelligence?
A.
1.00 B. 0.6 C. 0.5 D. 0.3 Answer: Option A
66. The
research that applies the laws at the time of field study to draw more and more
clear ideas about the problem is :
A.
Applied research B. Action
research C. Experimental
research D. None of these
Answer: Option A
67. If
a researcher conducts a research on finding out which administrative style
contributes more too institutional effectiveness this will be an example of
A.
Basic research B. Action
research C. Applied research D. None of the above
Answer: Option C
68. A
research problem is not feasible only when :
A.
It is researchable B.
It is new and adds something to knowledge
C.
It consists of independent and dependent variables D. It has utility and relevance
Answer: Option C
69. Normal
probability curve should be
A.
Positively skewed B. Negatively
skewed C. Leptokurtic skewed D. Zero skewed
Answer: Option D
70. A
hypothesis is a
A.
Law B. Canon C. Postulate D. Supposition Answer:
Option D
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