Research Methodology (RM) MCQs [set-10]

226. Randomization of test units is a part of ………

A. Pretest
B. Posttest
C. Matching
D. Experiment
Answer: D

227. The numerical description that describe sample may be expected to differ
from those that describe population because of random fluctuations inherent in
sampling process.
A. Sampling design
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B. Non-probability sampling
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C. Sampling error te
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D. Probability sampling
Answer: C
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228. In each population element has a known and equal chance of selection.
A. Purposive sampling
B. Quota sampling
C. Stratified sampling
D. Simple random sampling
Answer: D

229. is the evidence that the instrument, techniques, or process used to measure
concept does indeed measure the intended concepts.
A. Reliability
B. Replicability
C. Scaling
D. Validity
Answer: D
230. Experimental design is the only appropriate design where relationship can be
established
A. Strong
B. Linear
C. Weak
D. Cause and Effect
Answer: D

231. On which of the following, scientific knowledge mostly relies?

A. Logical understanding
B. Identification of events
C. Prior knowledge
D. All of the given options
Answer: A

232. Which of the following refers to research supported by measurable evidence?

A. Opinion
B. Empiricism
C. Speculation
D. Rationalism
Answer: B

233. All of the following are true statements about action research, EXCEPT;
A. Data are systematically analyzed
B. Data are collected systematically
C. Results are generalizable
D. Results are used to improve practice
Answer: C

234. If a researcher is studying the effect of using laptops in his classroom to

ascertain their merit and worth, he is likely conducting which of the following
types of research?
A. Experimental
B. Applied
C. Basic
D. Evaluation
Answer: D

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235. A review that only demonstrates familiarity with an area is rarely published
but it often is part of an educational program is which type of review?
A. Integrative reviews
B. Theoretical reviews
C. Self-study reviews
D. Historical reviews
Answer: C

236. Why do you need to review the existing literature?

A. To give your dissertation a proper academic appearance, with lots of references.
B. Because without it, you could never reach the required word-count.
C. To find out what is already known about your area of interest.
D. To help in your general studying.
Answer: C

237. Which of the following is a discrete variable?

A. height
B. age
C. miles per gallon
D. number of children
Answer: D

238. Independent variables that are not related to the purpose of study, but may
affect the dependent variables are called
A. Extraneous variable
B. Independent variable
C. Confounded variable
D. All the above
Answer: A

239. When the dependent variable is not free from the influence of extraneous
variable,the relationship is known as
A. Interrogative
B. Exceptional
C. Confounded
D. None of the above
Answer: C

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240. The different conditions under which experimental and control groups are put
usually referred to as
A. Treatment
B. Control
C. Causation
D. Experiment
Answer: A

241. what is the process of assigning numerals or symbols to answer so that all
questions can be put into limited number of categories or classes
A. Codindg
B. Editing
C. Data cleaning
D. Tabulation
Answer: A

242. Which of the following is a Non parametric test

A. Z test
B. F test
C. ANOVA
D. Chi-square
Answer: D

243. An operational definition is—

A. One that bears no relation to the underlying concept
B. An abstract, theoretical definition of a concept
C. A definition of a concept in terms of specific, empirical measures
D. None of the above
Answer: C

244. Sampling method which is preferred for population with finite size
A. Systematic sampling
B. Cluster sampling
C. Area sampling
D. Random sampling
Answer: A

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245. Mean, Median and Mode are :
A. Measures of deviation
B. Ways of sampling
C. Measures of central tendency
D. None of the above
Answer: C

246. A common test in research demands much priority on

A. Reliability
B. Useability
C. Objectivity
D. All of the above
Answer: D

247. Summarizing raw data and displaying them on compact statistical tables for
analysis is
A. Tabulation
B. Coding
C. Transcription
D. Editing
Answer: A

248. Selecting sample units in just a “hit and miss” fashion is called
A. Purposive sampling
B. Accidental sampling
C. Stratified sampling
D. Systematic sampling
Answer: B

249. Drawing a sample from each stratum in the proportion to latter’s share in the
total population is called
A. Stratified sampling
B. Proportioned stratified sampling
C. Disproportionate sampling
D. Quota sampling
Answer: B

250. Population value is called …………..

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 A. Statistic
B. Parameter
C. Core value
D. Variable
Answer: B

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