Educational Research and Statistics

Description: This quiz covers the fundamental concepts and methods used in educational research and statistics.
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Which of the following is NOT a type of quantitative research method?

  1. Survey

  2. Experiment

  3. Case Study

  4. Meta-analysis


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Case studies are a type of qualitative research method, while surveys, experiments, and meta-analyses are all quantitative methods.

What is the purpose of a research hypothesis?

  1. To prove a theory

  2. To generate new theories

  3. To guide data collection and analysis

  4. To explain a phenomenon


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A research hypothesis is a tentative statement that guides the researcher in collecting and analyzing data to test the hypothesis.

Which of the following is NOT a type of sampling method?

  1. Random sampling

  2. Systematic sampling

  3. Stratified sampling

  4. Convenience sampling


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Convenience sampling is not a probability sampling method, meaning that the sample is not selected randomly from the population.

What is the difference between a population and a sample?

  1. A population is larger than a sample

  2. A sample is representative of a population

  3. A population is a group of individuals, while a sample is a subset of that group

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above statements are true. A population is a group of individuals, while a sample is a subset of that group. A population is larger than a sample, and a sample is representative of a population.

What is the purpose of a t-test?

  1. To compare the means of two groups

  2. To test the significance of a correlation

  3. To determine the relationship between two variables

  4. To predict the value of one variable based on another


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A t-test is a statistical test used to compare the means of two groups to determine if there is a significant difference between them.

What is the difference between a correlation and a causation?

  1. A correlation shows a relationship between two variables, while a causation shows the cause of the relationship

  2. A correlation is always positive, while a causation can be positive or negative

  3. A correlation is stronger than a causation

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A correlation shows a relationship between two variables, while a causation shows the cause of the relationship. A correlation can be positive or negative, and it does not necessarily imply causation.

What is the purpose of a regression analysis?

  1. To determine the relationship between two variables

  2. To predict the value of one variable based on another

  3. To compare the means of two groups

  4. To test the significance of a correlation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A regression analysis is a statistical method used to predict the value of one variable based on another.

What is the difference between a mean and a median?

  1. A mean is the average of a set of numbers, while a median is the middle value

  2. A mean is always higher than a median

  3. A median is always lower than a mean

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A mean is the average of a set of numbers, while a median is the middle value. A mean can be higher or lower than a median, depending on the distribution of the data.

What is the purpose of a standard deviation?

  1. To measure the spread of a set of data

  2. To determine the mean of a set of data

  3. To compare the means of two groups

  4. To test the significance of a correlation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A standard deviation is a statistical measure that quantifies the spread of a set of data.

What is the difference between a probability sample and a non-probability sample?

  1. A probability sample is selected randomly from the population, while a non-probability sample is not

  2. A probability sample is always larger than a non-probability sample

  3. A probability sample is always more accurate than a non-probability sample

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A probability sample is selected randomly from the population, while a non-probability sample is not. Probability samples are generally more accurate than non-probability samples.

What is the purpose of a research design?

  1. To guide the researcher in collecting and analyzing data

  2. To ensure that the research is conducted ethically

  3. To protect the rights of human subjects

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above statements are true. A research design is a plan that guides the researcher in collecting and analyzing data, ensuring that the research is conducted ethically, and protecting the rights of human subjects.

What is the difference between a qualitative research method and a quantitative research method?

  1. Qualitative research methods collect numerical data, while quantitative research methods collect non-numerical data

  2. Qualitative research methods are more subjective than quantitative research methods

  3. Qualitative research methods are more exploratory than quantitative research methods

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above statements are true. Qualitative research methods collect non-numerical data, are more subjective, and are more exploratory than quantitative research methods.

What is the purpose of a meta-analysis?

  1. To combine the results of multiple studies

  2. To identify trends in research findings

  3. To generate new theories

  4. To evaluate the effectiveness of a particular intervention


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A meta-analysis is a statistical method used to combine the results of multiple studies to provide a more comprehensive and reliable estimate of the effect of a particular intervention or treatment.

What is the difference between a dependent variable and an independent variable?

  1. A dependent variable is the variable that is being measured, while an independent variable is the variable that is being manipulated

  2. A dependent variable is always quantitative, while an independent variable can be qualitative or quantitative

  3. A dependent variable is always affected by the independent variable

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above statements are true. A dependent variable is the variable that is being measured, while an independent variable is the variable that is being manipulated. A dependent variable is always quantitative, while an independent variable can be qualitative or quantitative. A dependent variable is always affected by the independent variable.

What is the purpose of a research proposal?

  1. To outline the research question and methodology

  2. To obtain funding for the research

  3. To disseminate the research findings

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above statements are true. A research proposal is a document that outlines the research question, methodology, and expected outcomes of a research study. It is used to obtain funding for the research and to disseminate the research findings.

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