Ch. 15 - Textbook Questions

Question 1

Which of the following is a descriptive approach to research?

a) Case study approach
b) Experimental approach
c) Retrospective approach
d) Prospective approach

Answer 1

A CASE STUDY APPROACH

Question 2

Which studies combine descriptive and historical research to establish patterns from the past and present to predict future occurrences?

a) Document analysis studies
b) Correlational studies
c) Trend studies
d) Prospective studies

Answer 2

C) TREND STUDIES

Question 3

In a split mouth study, one side of the mouth is used for the test treatment. The other side of the mouth is used for the control treatment.

a) The 1st statement is TRUE; the 2nd statement is FALSE.
b) The 1st statement is FALSE; the 2nd statement is TRUE.
c) Both statements are TRUE.
d) Both statements are FALSE.

Answer 3

C) BOTH STATEMENTS ARE TRUE.

Question 4

A quasi-experimental study is designed as an experimental study but lacks inherent control. However, results from a quasi-experimental study may be used when planning further studies.

a) The 1st statement is TRUE; the 2nd statement is FALSE.
b) The 1st statement is FALSE; the 2nd statement is TRUE.
c) Both statements are TRUE.
d) Both statements are FALSE.

Answer 4

C) BOTH STATEMENTS ARE TRUE.

Question 5

Studying the relationship between obesity and oral health is an example or which type of study?

a) Experimental
b) Quasi-experimental
c) Correlational
d) Analytic

Answer 5

C) CORRELATIONAL