PRC Data Collection & Analysis 1

Question 1

What is the main purpose of data collection in research?

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To gather evidence for testing hypotheses

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To provide a narrative about the research topic

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To provide an opinion about the research topic

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To interpret existing research

Question 2

What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data collection?

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Qualitative explores depth, quantitative measures quantity

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Qualitative data uses surveys, quantitative data uses interviews

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Qualitative collects numerical data, quantitative collects descriptive data

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Both methods use the same data types

Question 3

Which data collection method is commonly used in qualitative research?

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Interviews, focus groups, and observations

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Surveys with closed-ended questions

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Statistical analysis

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Experimental research

Question 4

What is the purpose of using a sampling technique in data collection?

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To select a manageable and representative subset

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To collect all available data

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To ensure bias in the data

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To focus only on one demographic

Question 5

What is an example of a quantitative data collection method?

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Surveys with Likert scales or numerical ratings

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Interviews

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Case studies

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Focus groups

Question 6

How should data be organized after collection?

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By organizing systematically into categories or codes

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By guessing the answers

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By keeping it in random order

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By discarding irrelevant data

Question 7

Why is validity important in data collection?

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It ensures data is accurate and measures what is intended

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It ensures data is collected quickly

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It speeds up the analysis process

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It eliminates bias from the data

Question 8

What is an ethical consideration when collecting data from participants?

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Providing clear information and obtaining informed consent

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Using participants without their consent

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Only focusing on positive results

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Ignoring privacy concerns

Question 9

What is the role of statistical software in data analysis?

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To perform complex analyses and interpret data

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To collect raw data

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To eliminate data inconsistencies

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To automate participant recruitment