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 : Post-modernism is associated with (A) newspapers (B) magazines (C) radio (D) television
Last Answer : Answer: B Television and movies represent the pinnacle of mass-produced American culture and exhibit many of the Postmodern motifs shared by other art forms.
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 : Which of the following techniques yields a simple random sample? a. Choosing volunteers from an introductory psychology class to participate b. Listing the individuals by ethnic group and choosing a ... from the table. d. Randomly selecting schools, and then sampling everyone within the school.
Last Answer : c. Numbering all the elements of a sampling frame and then using a random number table to pick cases from the table
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 : 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 : 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 University Grants Commission was established with which of the following aims? (a) Promotion of research and development in higher education (b) Identifying and sustaining institutions of potential learning (c) Capacity building of teachers ... ) (C) (a), (b) and (c) (D) (b), (c) and (d)
Last Answer : Answer: C
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 : 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
Last Answer : (C) Both Primary and Secondary Data
Description : A college wants to give training in use of Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) to researchers. For this the college should organize: (A) Conference (B) Seminar (C) Workshop (D) Lecture
Description : In India for broadcasting TV programmes which system is followed? (A) NTCS (B) PAL (C) NTSE (D) SECAM
Last Answer : (B) PAL
Description : The University which telecasts interaction educational programmes through its own channel is (A) Osmania University (B) University of Pune (C) Annamalai University (D) Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Last Answer : (D) Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Description : Errors in computer programmes are called: (A) Follies (B) Mistakes (C) Bugs (D) Spam
Last Answer : (C) Bugs
Description : The University which telecasts interactive educational programmes through its own channel is (A) B. R. Ambedkar Open University, Hyderabad (B) I.G.N.O.U. (C) University of Pune (D) Annamalai University
Last Answer : Answer: B The Indira Gandhi National Open University, known as IGNOU, is a distance learning national university located in IGNOU road, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi, India. Named after former ... for distance and open education in India and strengthen the human resources of India through education.
Description : 11) Designing research procedures that produce reliable marketing data means that: A)others using the same procedure will get almost identical data B)the procedure gives results that support the ... that contradict other research studies D)sampling must be done in a completely random manner
Last Answer : A)others using the same procedure will get almost identical data
Description : In a college having 300 students, every student reads 5 newspapers and every newspaper is read by 60 students. The number of newspapers required is (A) at least 30 (B) at most 20 (C) exactly 25 (D) exactly 5
Last Answer : (C) exactly 25
Description : The largest number of newspapers in India is published from the state of: (A) Kerala (B) Maharashtra (C) West Bengal (D) Uttar Pradesh
Last Answer : (D) Uttar Pradesh
Description : Describe in brief the important poverty alleviation programmes undertaken by the Government of India. -Economics 9th
Last Answer : Poverty Alleviation Programmes of India: The important poverty alleviation programmes which are in operation in rural and urban areas are: (i) Prime Minister Rojgar Yojana (PMRY): PMRY was ... overlapping of schemes. Therefore, the major emphasis in recent years is on their proper monitoring.
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 : In sampling, the lottery method is used for (A) Interpretation (B) Theorisation (C) Conceptualisation (D) Randomisation
Last Answer : (D) Randomisation
Description : The population information is called parameter while the corresponding sample information is known as (A) Universe (B) Inference (C) Sampling design (D) Statistics
Last Answer : Answer: D
Description : Sampling error decreases with the (A) decrease in sample size (B) increase in sample size (C) process of randomization (D) process of analysis
Last Answer : (B) increase in sample size
Description : Which one of the following is a nonprobability sampling method ? (A) Simple Random Sampling (B) Stratified Sampling (C) Cluster Sampling (D) Quota Sampling
Last Answer : (D) Quota Sampling
Description : Which of the following sampling methods is not based on probability? (A) Simple Random Sampling (B) Stratified Sampling (C) Quota Sampling (D) Cluster Sampling
Last Answer : (C) Quota Sampling
Description : Which of the following sampling methods is based on probability? (A) Convenience sampling (B) Quota sampling (C) Judgement sampling (D) Stratified sampling
Last Answer : (D) Stratified sampling
Description : Suppose you want to investigate the working efficiency of nationalised bank in India, which one of the following would you follow? (A) Area Sampling (B) Multi-stage Sampling (C) Sequential Sampling (D) Quota Sampling
Last Answer : (B) Multi-stage Sampling
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 : Achievement tests are commonly used for the purpose of: (A) Assessing the amount of learning after teaching (B) Making selections for a specific job (C) Selecting candidates for a course (D) Identifying strengths and weaknesses of learners
Last Answer : (A) Assessing the amount of learning after teaching
Description : Which of the following is characteristic of qualitative research? a. Generalization to the population b. Random sampling c. Unique case orientation d. Standardized tests and measures
Last Answer : c. Unique case orientation
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 : Ex Post Facto research means (A) The research is carried out after the incident (B) The research is carried out prior to the incident (C) The research is carried out along with the happening of an incident. (D) The research is carried out keeping in mind the possibilities of an incident.
Last Answer : (A) The research is carried out after the incident
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 : A doctor studies the relative effectiveness of two drugs of dengue fever. His research would be classified as (A) Descriptive Survey (B) Experimental Research (C) Case Study (D) Ethnography
Last Answer : (B) Experimental Research
Description : Which two books, movies, or television programmes would be made more entertaining by swapping their cast of characters?
Last Answer : King of the hill and South Park
Description : According to school authorities Options: A) Children should be allowed complete freedom of choice in viewing TV B) Community leaders have a responsibility for influencing television standards C) All TV ... young children D) Children should never be permitted to choose the TV programmes they view
Last Answer : B) Community leaders have a responsibility for influencing television standards
Description : Would you absorb more information if you spent a week studying for final exams, or a week surfing the Internet, watching television, reading newspapers, and interacting with other people?
Last Answer : It always helps to be interested in what you are studying, as far as absorbing information is concerned.
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 : The most accessible medium in India is (1) Television (2) Radio (3) Cinema (4) Newspapers
Last Answer : (4) Newspapers Explanation: The newspaper's importance in India may be due to the fact t hat it is relatively free from competition despite the rise of the Internet. Though there are a ... factors such as infrastructure or available of electricity, which are both areas that are lacking in India.
Description : Are there any researchers here? Do you find gene research fascinating?
Last Answer : Yes I did enjoy Genetic Research, the limited studies I did in Psych. However, I don’t mind most of my illnesses they kinda made me who I am today. (Well that’s debatable if it’s a good or bad thing).
Description : What Ethical standards in human research allow researchers to balance interests in acquiring new information with concern about?
Last Answer : Subject well being
Description : Which of the following statements reflect current research regarding the utilization of non-pharmacological measures in the management of burn pain? a) Music therapy may provide reality orientation, distraction, ... of burn pain. Pet therapy has not proven effective in the management of burn pain.
Last Answer : a) Music therapy may provide reality orientation, distraction, and sensory stimulation. Researchers have found that music affects both the physiologic and psychological aspects of the pain experience ... orientation, distraction, and sensory stimulation. It also allows for patient self-expression.
Description : A set of principles to guide and assist researchers in deciding which goals are most important and in reconciling conflicting values when conducting research is called ____. a. Research ethics b. Deontological approach c. Utilitarianism d. None of the above
Last Answer : a. Research ethics
Description : Sources of researchable problems can include: a. Researchers’ own experiences as educators b. Practical issues that require solutions c. Theory and past research d. All of the above
Last Answer : d. All of the above