Research is underpinned by:

 A framework of philosophy
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 Methods that have been tested for validity and reliability
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 Ethical frameworks
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 All of the above
.

Evidence based practice refers to the delivery of services based upon

research evidence about their effectiveness and the service provider’s critical
judgement as to the suitability and appropriateness of the service for the
client, based on appropriate research evidence.
True

Which of the following is not a characteristic or requirement for the

research process? 
 Controlled
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 Empirical
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 Radical
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 Critical

The three perspectives that form the basis of classification of types of research are:
applications of the findings of the research study; objectives of the study; mode of
enquiry used in conducting the study.
True

Which option is least related to a qualitative approach?

 Unstructured
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 Flexible
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 Open
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 Numerical
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Which option is not associated with a quantitative approach?

 Narrative
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 Predetermined
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 Rigid
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 Structured

The choice between quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods approach

depends on the aims of enquiry and the use of findings.
True

What is a disadvantage in using mixed methods approach?

 More research possibilities
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 More types of data may mean more resources are needed
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 More datasets means richer data
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 None of the above
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Which is not an operational step of the eight step model of the research process?
 Formulation of a research question
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 Conducting a survey
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 Selecting a sample
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 Writing a research report
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At the start of each research project a researcher has to decide on:
 How many participants to include
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 What research question will be answered
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 The journal the report will be published in
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 How many books to order from the library

Qualitative research is associated with

 A structured, rigid methodology
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 Measurement of variables
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 Emphasis on greater sample size
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 Unstructured, flexible and open methodology

Which of the following attribute is related to quantitative research?

 Covers multiple issues but assembles required information
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 Explains prevalence, incidence, extent, nature of issue, opinions and attitudes
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 Explores experiences, meanings, perceptions and feelings
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 Describes themes

What differentiates qualitative and quantitative research methodology?

 Sampling methods
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 Data collection methods
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 Analysis methods
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 All of the above