Fieldwork questions.

Question 1

Calculate the mean beach profile angle.

Answer 1

3.0 + 2.8 + 3.9 + 2.0 + 1.0 + 2.6
= 15.3/6
= 2.55.

Question 2

Which one shows a quantitative fieldwork method and which one show a qualitative fieldwork method?

Answer 2

• Using a clinometer to measure beach gradient is a quantitative fieldwork method.
• Using a questionnaire to collect data on coastal management is qualitative.

Question 3

Describe changes in the relationship between the two variables.

Answer 3

One increases while one decreases.

Question 4

Suggest an enquiry question based on coastal processes that they might investigate.

Answer 4

Without active management, the coast would undergo rotational slumping.

Question 5

Identify which one of the following gives a definition of secondary data.

Answer 5

Data collected by someone else.

Question 6

Explain the difference between qualitative and quantitative fieldwork.

Answer 6

Qualitative involves questionnaires.

Quantitative involves numbers.

Question 7

State the stage of the enquiry process that includes case studies and theories that help with explanations.

Answer 7

Use a range of techniques and methods.

Question 8

Suggest a method they might use to collect quantitative data.

Answer 8

Land use function.

Question 9

State a qualitative fieldwork method they might use to collect this information.

Answer 9

Questionnaires.