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 : Which one of the following belongs to the category of good 'research ethics'? (A) Publishing the same paper in two research journals without telling the editors. (B) Conducting a review of the literature ... for a favour even though the colleague did not make a serious contribution to the pa per.
Last Answer : (B) Conducting a review of the literature that acknowledges the contributions of other people in the relevant field or relevant prior work.
Description : “Sampling Cases” means (A) Sampling using a sampling frame (B) Identifying people who are suitable for research (C) Literally the researcher’s brief case (D) Sampling of people, newspapers, television programmes etc.
Last Answer : (D) Sampling of people, newspapers, television programmes etc.
Description : Books and records are the primary sources of data in: (A) historical research (B) participatory research (C) clinical research (D) laboratory research
Last Answer : (A) historical research
Description : 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
Last Answer : (A) shows vast knowledge of the researcher
Description : Which of the following sources of data is not based on primary data collection? (A) Census of India (B) National Sample Survey (C) Statistical Abstracts of India (D) National Family Health Survey
Last Answer : (C) Statistical Abstracts of India
Description : A detailed description of methodology of research is required in (A) Thesis/Dissertation (B) Symposium/Workshop (C) Seminar paper/Articles (D) Conference and Seminar Papers
Last Answer : (A) Thesis/Dissertation
Description : The format of thesis writing is the same as in (A) preparation of a research paper/article (B) writing of seminar presentation (C) a research dissertation (D) presenting a workshop/conference paper
Last Answer : C
Description : A research paper (A) is a compilation of information on a topic. (B) contains original research as deemed by the author. (C) contains peer-reviewed original research or evaluation of research conducted by others. (D) can be published in more than one journal.
Last Answer : (C) contains peer-reviewed original research or evaluation of research conducted by others.
Description : Field-work based research is classified as: (A) Empirical (B) Historical (C) Experimental (D) Biographical
Last Answer : (C) Experimental
Description : Which of the following steps are required to design a questionnaire? (a) Writing primary and secondary aims of the study. (b) Review of the current literature. (c) Prepare a draft of questionnaire. (d) Revision of the draft. Select the ... (b) and (c) (C) (a), (c) and (d) (D) (b), (c) and (d)
Last Answer : Answer: A
Description : In a research on the effect of child-rearing practices on stress-proneness of children in competing school projects, the hypothesis formulated is that child rearing practices do influence stress-proneness'. At ... be rejected. (D) No decision can be taken in respect of the research hypothesis.
Last Answer : (B) The research hypothesis will be accepted.
Description : The experimental study is based on: (A) The manipulation of variables (B) Conceptual parameters (C) Replication of research (D) Survey of literature
Last Answer : (A) The manipulation of variables
Description : Select the FALSE statement: A)Primary data are observed and recorded directly from respondents B)An example of secondary data is a syndicated report on consumer purchasing C)The nature and ... data- gathering approach to use D)Secondary data are not readily available to most organisations
Last Answer : D)Secondary data are not readily available to most organisations
Description : n the previous three years, four studies have been conducted on the characteristics of Tyrone Brick's clients. As the firm seeks to put together a report showing trends in this area, it has a ... to need: A)a marketing research manager B)a marketing databank C)survey research D)primary data
Last Answer : B)a marketing databank
Description : Data compiled inside or outside the organization for some purpose other than the current research investigation are termed __________ data : 1. organizational 2. primary 3. secondary 4. exploratory 5. descriptive
Last Answer : secondary
Description : Data compiled inside or outside the organisation for some purpose other than the current research investigation are termed ______ data: A)organisational B)primary C)secondary D)exploratory E)descriptive
Last Answer : C)secondary
Description : When working on a job placement for a local retailer, Joan Halverson was sent to the library to look up data on population forecasts for Scotland. The population information she found would be considered ------- data: A)primary B)secondary C)syndicated research D)exploratory
Last Answer : B)secondary
Description : Secondary data cannot help (a) to give direction to primary data collection (b) to observe retail behavior © to create research instruments (d) to decide on sampling
Last Answer : (d) to decide on sampling
Description : A workshop is (A) a conference for discussion on a topic (B) a meeting for discussion on a topic. (C) a class at a college or a university in which a teacher and the students ... intensive course for a small group emphasizing the development of a skill or technique for solving a specific problem.
Last Answer : (D) a brief intensive course for a small group emphasizing the development of a skill or technique for solving a specific problem.
Description : On the first day of his class, if a teacher is asked by the students to introduce himself, he should (A) ask them to meet after the class (B) tell them about himself in brief (C) ignore the demand and start teaching (D) scold the student for this unwanted demand
Last Answer : (B) tell them about himself in brief
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 : Which of the following is not the critical feature of qualitative research ? (A) Actual settings are the direct source of data. (B) Data take the forms of words or pictures. (C) Seeking to ... social facts. (D) Researcher becomes immersed in the situation, present or past related to the phenomena.
Last Answer : Write S if the statement pertains to the strength of a quantitative research, W if it's a weakness. 1. It can be costly, difficult and time-consuming. 2. It is objective and provides ... It filters out external factors. 5. The numerical data can be analyzed in a quick and easy way.
Description : In a Ph.D. thesis which one is the correct sequence for showing scheme of Chapterisation ? (A) Survey of related studies, Introduction, Design of the study, DataAnalysis and ... of study, Data analysis and interpretation, Conclusions and generalizations, Suggestions for further research, Appendix
Last Answer : (C) Introduction, Survey of related studies, Design of study, Datapresentation; analysis & Interpretation, Formulation of generalization & Conclusions, Suggestions for further research, References & Appendix
Description : Which of the following is an initial mandatory requirement for pursuing research? (A) Developing a research design (B) Formulating a research question (C) Deciding about the data analysis procedure (D) Formulating a research hypothesis
Last Answer : (B) Formulating a research question
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 : Ethical norms in research do not involve guidelines for: (A) Thesis format (B) Copyright (C) Patenting policy (D) Data sharing policies
Last Answer : (A) Thesis format
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 : The frequency distribution of a research data which is symmetrical in shape similar to a normal distribution but center peak is much higher, is (A) Skewed (B) Mesokurtic (C) Leptokurtic (D) Platykurtic
Last Answer : (C) Leptokurtic
Description : What is a Research Design? (A) A way of conducting research that is not grounded in theory. (B) The choice between using qualitative or quantitative methods. (C) The style in which you present your research ... e.g. a graph. (D) A framework for every stage of the collection and analysis of data.
Last Answer : (D) A framework for every stage of the collection and analysis of data.
Description : The core elements of dissertation are (A) Introduction; Data Collection; Data Analysis; Conclusions and Recommendations (B) Executive Summary; Literature review; Data gathered; Conclusions; ... ; References (D) Introduction; Literature Review; Research Methodology; Results; Discussion and Conclusion
Last Answer : A
Description : Identify the correct sequence of research steps : (A) Selection of topic, review of literature, data collection, interpretation of findings (B) Review of literature, selection of topic, data ... of findings (D) Selection of topic, review of literature, interpretation of findings, data collection
Last Answer : (A) Selection of topic, review of literature, data collection, interpretation of 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 : Research is not considered ethical if it (A) tries to prove a particular point. (B) does not ensure privacy and anonymity of the respondent. (C) does not investigate the data scientifically. (D) is not of a very high standard.
Last Answer : (B) does not ensure privacy and anonymity of the respondent.
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 : 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
Last Answer : Answer: B aims of the scientific method in research is: Observe and Describe Predict Determination of the Causes Explain The aims of research can then be finetuned, or may serve to open up new areas of interest. Either way, the store of human knowledge has been enriched and increased.
Description : Most of the Universities in India (A) conduct teaching and research only (B) affiliate colleges and conduct examinations (C) conduct teaching/research and examinations (D) promote research only
Last Answer : Answer: C Most of the Universities in India conduct teaching/research and examinations.
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 : Read the following statements - one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : Qualitative research in India has a long way to go to reach international standards. Reason (R) : Because the funding ... (C) (A) is true, but (R) is false. (D) Both (A) and (R) are false.
Last Answer : (C) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
Description : Which of the following conclusions is logically valid based on statement given below? Statement: Most of the Indian states existed before independence. Conclusions: (I) Some Indian States existed before independence. (II) ... ) Both (I) and (II) are implied (D) Neither (I) nor (II) is implied
Last Answer : (B) only (II) is implied
Description : Which of the following conclusions is logically valid based on statement given below? Statement: Most teachers are hard working. Conclusions: (I) Some teachers are hard working. (II) Some teachers are not hard working. ... (C) Both (I) and (II) are implied (D) Neither (I) nor (II) is implied
Last Answer : (C) Both (I) and (II) are implied
Description : The statement the study, design, development, implementation, support or management of computer-based information systems, particularly software applications and computer Hardware refers to (A) Information ... ICT) (C) Information and Data Technology (IDT) (D) Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Last Answer : (A) Information Technology (IT)
Description : A teacher's most important challenge is: (A) To make students do their home work (B) To make teaching-learning process enjoyable (C) To maintain discipline in the class room (D) To prepare the question paper
Last Answer : (B) To make teaching-learning process enjoyable
Description : Anyone identified to the auditor by name prior to the audit who is to be the principal recipient of the auditor's report is a a. Primary beneficiary. b. Third party. c. Foreseen beneficiary. d. Secondary beneficiary
Last Answer : Primary beneficiary
Description : If some students enter your room and abuse you harshly, at that time how would you control your emotions? Options: A) You will react in similar tone and try to assault them physically ... your colleagues D) You will report the case to the principal with recommendation of rustication
Last Answer : B) First you will try to pacify their emotions, then ask politely about their problems
Description : As Chairman of an independent commission on education, Jacques Delors report to UNESCO was titled (A) International Commission on Education Report (B) Millennium Development Report (C) Learning : The Treasure Within (D) World Declaration on Education for All
Last Answer : (C) Learning : The Treasure Within
Description : The Kothari Commission's report was entitled on: (A) Education and National Development (B) Learning to be adventure (C) Diversification of Education (D) Education and socialization in democracy
Last Answer : (A) Education and National Development EDUCATION AND NATIONALDEVELOPMENT Indian Education Commission (1964-1966), popularly known as Kothari Commission, was an ad hoc commission set up by the ... to the highest and advise the government on a standardized national pattern of education in India
Description : Human Development Report for ‘each’ of the year at global level has been published by: (A) UNDP (B) WTO (C) IMF (D) World Bank
Last Answer : Answer: A Explanation: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) headquartered i n N e w York is the United Nations' global development network. UNDP advocates for change and ... Report Office publishes an annual Huma nD evelopment Report to measure and analyse developmental progress.