Doctoral Research Methods

Description: Doctoral Research Methods Quiz
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Which of the following is a primary research method?

  1. Survey

  2. Experiment

  3. Case study

  4. Meta-analysis


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

An experiment is a primary research method because it involves the manipulation of variables to determine cause-and-effect relationships.

What is the purpose of a literature review?

  1. To identify gaps in the research

  2. To summarize existing research

  3. To develop a theoretical framework

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A literature review serves all of the purposes listed: identifying gaps in the research, summarizing existing research, and developing a theoretical framework.

Which of the following is a qualitative research method?

  1. Survey

  2. Experiment

  3. Interview

  4. Meta-analysis


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

An interview is a qualitative research method because it involves collecting data through open-ended questions and observations.

What is the difference between a hypothesis and a research question?

  1. A hypothesis is more specific than a research question.

  2. A research question is more specific than a hypothesis.

  3. There is no difference between a hypothesis and a research question.

  4. A hypothesis is a prediction, while a research question is not.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A hypothesis is a more specific statement that predicts the outcome of a study, while a research question is a broader statement that guides the investigation.

What is the purpose of a pilot study?

  1. To test the feasibility of a research study

  2. To collect data for the main study

  3. To develop a research instrument

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A pilot study serves all of the purposes listed: testing the feasibility of a research study, collecting data for the main study, and developing a research instrument.

Which of the following is a type of sampling method?

  1. Convenience sampling

  2. Random sampling

  3. Stratified sampling

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Convenience sampling, random sampling, and stratified sampling are all types of sampling methods.

What is the purpose of a research proposal?

  1. To obtain funding for a research study

  2. To outline the research design and methods

  3. To demonstrate the researcher's knowledge of the topic

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A research proposal serves all of the purposes listed: obtaining funding for a research study, outlining the research design and methods, and demonstrating the researcher's knowledge of the topic.

Which of the following is a type of research design?

  1. Experimental design

  2. Quasi-experimental design

  3. Non-experimental design

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Experimental design, quasi-experimental design, and non-experimental design are all types of research designs.

What is the purpose of a data analysis plan?

  1. To describe the methods that will be used to analyze the data

  2. To justify the choice of statistical tests

  3. To ensure that the data is analyzed in a consistent manner

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A data analysis plan serves all of the purposes listed: describing the methods that will be used to analyze the data, justifying the choice of statistical tests, and ensuring that the data is analyzed in a consistent manner.

Which of the following is a type of research misconduct?

  1. Plagiarism

  2. Fabrication

  3. Falsification

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Plagiarism, fabrication, and falsification are all types of research misconduct.

What is the purpose of a research ethics review board?

  1. To protect the rights and welfare of human subjects

  2. To ensure that research is conducted in a responsible and ethical manner

  3. To review and approve research proposals

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A research ethics review board serves all of the purposes listed: protecting the rights and welfare of human subjects, ensuring that research is conducted in a responsible and ethical manner, and reviewing and approving research proposals.

Which of the following is a type of research bias?

  1. Selection bias

  2. Information bias

  3. Confounding bias

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Selection bias, information bias, and confounding bias are all types of research bias.

What is the purpose of a research dissemination plan?

  1. To describe how the research findings will be shared with the public

  2. To identify potential audiences for the research findings

  3. To develop materials and strategies for disseminating the research findings

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A research dissemination plan serves all of the purposes listed: describing how the research findings will be shared with the public, identifying potential audiences for the research findings, and developing materials and strategies for disseminating the research findings.

Which of the following is a type of research impact?

  1. Theoretical impact

  2. Practical impact

  3. Policy impact

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Theoretical impact, practical impact, and policy impact are all types of research impact.

What is the purpose of a research portfolio?

  1. To showcase the researcher's accomplishments

  2. To document the researcher's research activities

  3. To help the researcher track their progress

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A research portfolio serves all of the purposes listed: showcasing the researcher's accomplishments, documenting the researcher's research activities, and helping the researcher track their progress.

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