Midterm Exam in Methods of Research

Name:_____________________ Date: __________ Score: _________

I. True or False. Write TRUE if the statement is correct if is FALSE underline the word that makes the
statement incorrect.
________1. Research is not systematic inquiry that uses disciplined methods to answer questions or solve
problems.
________2. A problem statement is an expression of dilemma or disturbing situation that needs investigation.
________3. Interval variable is also known as categorical variable.
________4. The background of the study should include only a review of the area being studied.
________5. The conceptual framework presents the relationship between the specific concepts that may be
studied.
________6. An alternative hypothesis is a non- directional statement or condition between two variables.
________7. General references include indexes or abstract from various publications.
________8. Related literature is also called conceptual literature.
________9. The American Physical Association is a popular style commonly used by the researchers in
documentation or reference citation.
________10. The statement of the problem is a written summary of journal articles books and other
documentations.

II. Complete the table below

No Research Topics Independent Variable Dependent Variable

.
1 Use of Journals in enhancing the writing skills
2 Mathematical ability and peer tutoring
3 Impact of ICT on the learning behaviour of
Elementary Students
4 Study Habits of Student athletes and their
Academic performance
5 Leadership style of school heads and SBM
implementation
6 Gallery Walk technique and collaborative skills
7 Teacher’s Efficacy and ICT and IMs
Development
8 Parental involvement Support on the Academic
Performance and Self- Concept of the Students
9 Mathematical Creativity and Problem- Solving
Performance of Grade 10 students
10 Economic, Demographic and others Factors
Affecting School participation among Children
in Urban and Rural Households

III. Classify the following as Nominal, Ordinal, Interval or Ratio

1. House number _______________ 6. Family income ______________
2. Post test score _______________ 7. School location ______________
3. Years in service _______________ 8. Monthly bill ______________
4. Academic rank _______________ 9. Body mass index ______________
5. Temperature _______________ 10. Pretest test score ______________

IV. Explain the following:

1. What are the guidelines in writing the background of the study? (6pts)

2. Illustrate the conceptual framework of the this study: “ Economic, Demographic and others Factors
Affecting School participation among Children in Urban and Rural Households” (4pts)