Description : Which of the following statements regarding the meaning of research are correct? (a) Research refers to a series of systematic activity or activities undertaken to find out the solution of a problem. (b) It is a systematic, logical and an ... and (c) (C) (b), (c) and (d) (D) (a), (c) and (d)
Last Answer : D
Description : 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
Last Answer : (B) Objective Observation
Description : In qualitative research paradigm, which of the following features may be considered critical? (A) Data collection with standardised research tools. (B) Sampling design with probability sample techniques ... evidences. (D) Data gathering to take with top-down systematic evidences.
Last Answer : (C) Data collection with bottom-up empirical evidences.
Description : Research is a Options: A) Value oriented process B) Passive process C) Self contained process D) Discovery oriented process
Last Answer : A) Value oriented process
Description : The main characteristic of scientific research is: (A) empirical (B) theoretical (C) experimental (D) all of the above
Last Answer : (D) all of the above
Description : 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
Last Answer : (C) Identification of problem
Description : Which of the following statement is not correct ? (A) Lecture Method can develop reasoning (B) Lecture Method can develop knowledge (C) Lecture Method is one way process (D) During Lecture Method students are passive
Last Answer : (A) Lecture Method can develop reasoning
Description : Assertion (A): Formal communication tends to be fast and flexible. Reason (R): Formal communication is a systematic and orderly flow of information. (A) (A) is false but, (R) is correct (B) Both (A) and ( ... correct, but (R) is not correct explanation of (A) (D) (A) is correct but, (R) is false
Last Answer : Answer: A
Description : Which one of the following is a non probability sampling? (A) Simple Random (B) Purposive (C) Systematic (D) Stratified
Last Answer : (B) Purposive
Description : Which one of the following principles is not applicable to sampling? (A) Sample units must be clearly defined (B) Sample units must be dependent on each other (C) Same units of sample should be used throughout the study (D) Sample units must be chosen in a systematic and objective manner
Last Answer : (B) Sample units must be dependent on each other
Description : Which of the following sampling method is appropriate to study the prevalence of AIDS amongst male and female in India in 1976, 1986, 1996 and 2006 ? (A) Cluster sampling (B) Systematic sampling (C) Quota sampling (D) Stratified random sampling
Last Answer : (B) Systematic sampling
Description : Which one is called non-probability sampling? (A) Cluster sampling (B) Quota sampling (C) Systematic sampling (D) Stratified random sampling
Last Answer : Explanation: No n-probability sampling is a sampling technique where the samples are gathered in a process that does not give all the individuals in the population equal chances of being selected. ... po pulation with respect to known characteristics, traits or focused ph enomenon. Answer: B
Description : Probability sampling implies: (A) Stratified Random Sampling (B) Systematic Random Sampling (C) Simple Random Sampling (D) All of the above
Last Answer : (D) All of the above
Description : Which technique is generally followed when the population is finite? (A) Area Sampling Technique (B) Purposive Sampling Technique (C) Systematic Sampling Technique (D) None of the above
Last Answer : (C) Systematic Sampling Technique
Description : The systematic gathering and analyzing of data on a particular marketing problem is 1. Promotional research 2. marketing information 3. marketing research 4. strategic information 5. None of these
Last Answer : marketing information
Description : Which sequence of research steps is logical in the list given below? (A) Problem formulation, Analysis, Development of Research design, Hypothesis making, Collection of data, Arriving ... sample and data collection tools Formulation of hypothesis, Collection and interpretation of research evidence
Last Answer : (C) Problem formulation, Hypothesis making, Development of a Research design, Collection of a Data; Data analysis and formulation of generalizations and conclusions.
Description : The of ‘Research ethics’ may be considered pertinent at which stage of research? (A) At the stage of problem formulation and its definition (B) At the stage of defining the population of research (C) At the stage of data collection and interpretation (D) At the stage of reporting the findings.
Last Answer : (D) At the stage of reporting the findings.
Description : Research ethics has a direct connection more often with which stages of research ? (A) Defining and delimiting the scope of research. (B) Problem formulation and reporting of research ... deciding the sampling technique for research. (D) Deciding about statistical techniques and data analysis.
Last Answer : (B) Problem formulation and reporting of research findings.
Description : Arrange the following steps of research in correct sequence: 1. Identification of research problem 2. Listing of research objectives 3. Collection of data 4. Methodology 5. Data analysis 6. Results and discussion (A) 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - ... C) 2 - 1 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 (D) 2 - 1 - 4 - 3 - 5 - 6
Last Answer : Answer: B
Description : Good research ethics' means (A) Not disclosing the holdings of shares/stocks in a company that sponsors your research. (B) Assigning a particular research problem to one Ph.D./research student only ... journal. (D) Submitting the same research manuscript for publishing in more than one jo urnal.
Last Answer : (B) Assigning a particular research problem to one Ph.D./research student only
Description : 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
Last Answer : A
Description : 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
Last Answer : (C) A research initiated to solve an immediate problem Explanation: Example – Late reporting of some students in the class.
Description : When a research problem is related to heterogeneous population, the most suitable sampling method is: (A) Cluster Sampling (B) Stratified Sampling (C) Convenient Sampling (D) Lottery Method
Last Answer : (B) Stratified Sampling
Description : 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
Last Answer : (C) Experimental research
Description : Research problem is selected from the stand point of: (A) Researcher’s interest (B) Financial support (C) Social relevance (D) Availability of relevant literature
Last Answer : (A) Researcher’s interest
Description : 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 the above
Last Answer : (D) all the above
Description : The first step of research is : (A) Selecting a problem (B) Searching a problem (C) Finding a problem (D) Identifying a problem
Last Answer : Answer: B Steps in conducting research Research is often conducted using the hourglass model structure of research. The hourglass model starts with a broad spectrum for research, ... the data Reporting and evaluating research Communicating the research findings and, possibly, recommendations
Description : Which of the following statements is correct ? (A) Objectives of research are stated in first chapter of the thesis (B) Researcher must possess analytical ability (C) Variability is the source of problem (D) All the above
Last Answer : (D) All the above
Description : 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.
Last Answer : Answer: A Inter-disciplinary approach of research is the latest innovation in the field and b e lieves that the elements of scientific phenomenon must be dealt in integrated form instead of ... . It gives a detailed mapping plan of all the difficulties lying with the students simultaneously.
Description : The most comprehensive approach to address the problems of man-environment interaction is one of the following : (A) Natural Resource Conservation Approach (B) Urban-industrial Growth Oriented Approach (C) Rural-agricultural Growth Oriented Approach (D) Watershed Development Approach
Last Answer : (D) Watershed Development Approach
Description : The aim of vocationalization of education is: (A) preparing students for a vocation along with knowledge (B) converting liberal education into vocational education (C) giving more importance to vocational than general education (D) making liberal education job-oriented
Last Answer : Answer: A Vocational education is concerned with the training on vocation. It is related to pr oductivity. Vocational education prepares individuals for jobs. It has adequate employment ... means training in some vocations at the secondary, Higher Secondary level with general education.
Description : You are very busy in your personal work mean while your neighbouring retired person visits you in a relaxed and gossiping mood. In such a time how would you like to behave with that person? Options: A) ... but tell him about the time-limit D) You sit as an idle person and think of his departure
Last Answer : C) You give due honour but tell him about the time-limit
Description : Expressive communication is driven by (A) Passive aggression (B) Encoder’s personality characteristics (C) External clues (D) Encoder-decoder contract
Last Answer : (B) Encoder’s personality characteristics
Description : Users who use media for their own ends are identified as (A) Passive audience (B) Active audience (C) Positive audience (D) Negative audience
Last Answer : (B) Active audience
Description : A successful teacher is one who is (A) Compassionate and disciplinarian (B) Quite and reactive (C) Tolerant and dominating (D) Passive and active
Last Answer : (A) Compassionate and disciplinarian
Description : A negative reaction to a mediated communication is described as: (A) flak (B) fragmented feedback (C) passive response (D) non-conformity
Last Answer : Answer: C Explanation: Mediated communication refers to communication carried out by the use of information communication technology, and can be contrasted to face-to-face communication.
Description : Which of the following are the characteristic features of communication? (a) Communication involves exchange of ideas, facts and opinions. (b) Communication involves both information and understanding. (c) Communication is a continuous process. (d ... ) (C) (a), (b) and (d) (D) (b), (c) and (d)
Description : Research is Options: A) Data gathering B) Moving from a broad area to a narrow and focused area C) A systematic process of finding the truth D) Data gathering, processing and analysis
Last Answer : C)
Description : Suppose a researcher has some prejudices in relation to some problem, then the research carried out by him, is called as Options: A) Value oriented research B) Polluted research C) Inadequate research D) Prejudiced research
Last Answer : B) Polluted research
Description : Which of the following statements is not true in the context of participatory research ? (A) It recognizes knowledge as power. (B) It emphasises on people as experts. (C) It is a collective process of enquiry. (D) Its sole purpose is production of knowledge.
Last Answer : (D) Its sole purpose is production of knowledge.
Description : 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
Last Answer : (B) Analysis of Data
Description : The term ‘phenomenology’ is associated with the process of (A) Qualitative Research (B) Analysis of Variance (C) Correlational Study (D) Probability Sampling
Last Answer : (A) Qualitative Research
Description : The process not needed in experimental research is: (A) Observation (B) Manipulation and replication (C) Controlling (D) Reference collection
Description : Given below are some characteristics of reasoning. Select the code that states a characteristic which is not of deductive reasoning: (A) The conclusion must be based on observation and experiment ( ... must follow from the premise/premises necessarily (D) The argument may be valid or invalid
Last Answer : (A) The conclusion must be based on observation and experiment
Description : Which of the following is a characteristic of Web2.90 applications? (A) Multiple users schedule their time to use Web2.0 applications one by one. (B) Web2.0 applications are focused on the ... content rather than facilitating users to create it. (D) Web2.0 applications use only static pages.
Last Answer : (B) Web2.0 applications are focused on the ability for people to collaborate and share information online.
Description : Which one among the following is not a characteristic of a deductive type of argument ? (A) The conclusion follows from the premise/premises necessarily. (B) The argument admits degree of complexity. ( ... provides us knowledge about matters of fact. (D) The argument must be either valid or invalid.
Last Answer : (C) The argument provides us knowledge about matters of fact.
Description : Given below are some characteristics of logical argument. Select the code which expresses a characteristic which is not of inductive in character. (A) The conclusion is claimed to follow from ... conclusively follows from its premises. (D) The conclusion is based on observation and experiment
Last Answer : (C) The conclusion conclusively follows from its premises.
Description : Which of the following is not a characteristic of a good achievement test? (A) Reliability (B) Objectivity (C) Ambiguity (D) Validity
Last Answer : (C) Ambiguity
Description : Which of the following is not the characteristic of a computer? (A) computer is an electrical machine (B) computer cannot think at its own (C) computer processes information error free (D) computer can hold data for any length of tim
Last Answer : (A) computer is an electrical machine
Description : Which of the following is the most important characteristic of Open Book Examination system? (A) Students become serious. (B) It improves attendance in the classroom. (C) It reduces examination anxiety amongst students. (D) It compels students to think.
Last Answer : (D) It compels students to think.