Chapter 2 Knowledge Check: Understanding Families Through Research and Theory Flashcards
True/False:
Probability sampling is important because not everyone in the population will share the same characteristics
True
Probability sampling determines equal likelihood for all people to be considered for the study. In research, probability sampling is important to ensure a fair and representative sample size
Which statement is a valid criticism of case study research design?
A. The case study methodology is time-consuming for the researcher
B. Case study inquiry requires more systematic observation methods
C. Researchers may rely on individual self-reporting of their friends
D. The study provides a reflection of the true meaning of what is studied
A. The case study methodology is time-consuming for the researcher
The case study methodology involves the study of a single person or small group of people and an in-depth understanding of how each relates to the context of the study. Because of the need for an in-depth understanding, one of the main drawbacks of case study methodology is the time-consuming format for the researcher
What is the percentage of study objects who repsond to a survey called?
Response rate
The response rate is the percentage of subjects who answered the call
Which area of research is focused on explaining human society and relationships?
Social science research
A social scientist would conduct research on the behaviors, and relationships of a group of people in a society. Social scientists include a variety of occupations, such as psychologists and sociologists
Which type of research design uses verbal or written descriptions of the characteristics under examination?
Qualitative research
Qualitative research is a lengthy process of observing behavior and talking to participants about the variables in the study
The _____ is an abstract statement about a variable in a research study
Hypothesis
The hypothesis is the speculative statement about the relationship between variables in a study
True/False:
According to the text, the best method for studying the family is quantitative research
False
There is not one specific method for studying the family because it depends on the purpose of the research. For example, family practitioners may be more concerned with overall family health, which could be investigated using quantitative methods, while family therapists may be more concerned with marital satisfaction, which could be investigated using qualitative methods
The _____ was founded to protect participant safety, privacy, and confidentiality
Institutional Review Board
The Institutional Review Board (IRB) follow research guidelines determined by the federal governments to ensure the ethical safety of research subjects and protect academic institutions from legal issues with research designs
True/False:
Considering who did not respond to a survey is just as important as noting who did respond
True
When looking at the response rate of a study, it is important to note who did not respond to the survey just as much as it is to look at who did respond. Understanding the makeup of a population can help future researchers visualize how the demographics of the population is distributed
Randomizing during sampling is an important part of reviewing reseach because it _____.
Ensures that everyone has an equal chance of being selected
When checking the sample of a research study, it is important to check for random sampling so that as a reader, you understand everyone in the population had and equal chance of being selected. This will help you understand, as the reader, that you are not being misled by the results
Which statement is true about Feminist theory?
A. The base assumption is that meant and women are inherently different
B. It qualifies as a feminist theory if it advocates on behalf of women
C. Feminist theory was created by Talcott Parsons
D. Feminist theory views the plight of women as more important than the plight of other groups
B. It qualifies as a feminist theory if it advocates on behalf of women
Feminist theory uses the conflict approach to analyze inequalities in male-female relationships in the family. For example, this theory examines issues like male domiantion in the workplace
True/False:
Feminist theorists believe that women’s oppression is essential to the patriarchal system of the world
False
The purpose of family research for Feminist theorists is to determine why gender inequality differences develop in family life. By researching inequalities in family life, Feminist theorists may examine how women’s oppression plays into the patriarchal systems of the world
the area of Men’s studies highlights how men _____.
Are also harmed by rigid gender roles
Men’s studies is an interdisciplinary field that investigates topics concerning men such as sex, gender, politics, or sexuality
Which theoretical framework is primarily concerned with the unequal distribution of symbolic and material resources among groups, which creates social unrest?
Conflict theory
Conflict theory expects that human beings are prone to conflict. In fact, this theoretical framework actually sees conflict as natural, expected, and inevitable
True/False:
Structural-Functionalism emphasizes a heterosexual, nuclear family
True
Structural-Functionalism focuses on gender-based roles that are instrumental (men) and expression (women). With these clearly defined roles, the nuclear family is then expected to include the marriage of a man and woman
