UNDER PR Flashcards
Quantitative data can be presented using tables and graphs
TRUE
The results of quantitative data can be used to generalize and predict
TRUE
Quantitative data are more credible, reliable and useful than qualitative data
TRUE
Quantitative research is flexible so at any stage the study may change
FALSE
Data are in the form of numbers and analyzed statistically
TRUE
The research study cannot be replicated or repeated because it is unique in every case
FALSE
Which of the following statements is NOT a characteristic of quantitative data?
A. Its results are taken from a sample that can be generalized to the population
B. It delivers in-depth research about the phenomenon
C. It provides a more credible and reliable result
D. It involves statistical analysis of numerical data
B. It delivers in-depth research about the phenomenon
Quantitative focuses on analyzing and collecting non numerical data
FALSE
Research must be controlled
TRUE
In an experiment, which group does not receive any changes?
A. The treatment group
B. The participant group
C. The control group
D. The experimental group
C. The control group
Which of the following in research questions could be answered by using quantitative research methods?
A. What is the most popular social media platform used by senior high school students
B. How has the covid-19 pandemic affected career choices among college students
C. What are the factors affecting depressive behavior
D. What are the experiences of people working nigh shifts in health care
A. What is the most popular social media platform used by senior high school students
Which type of quantitative research seeks to determine relationship of one characteristic
A. Correlational
B. Experimental
C. Ex-post facto
D. Descriptive
A. Correlational
Which statement below illustrates a weakness of quantitative research?
A. The responses of the participants are limited to what has been asked and the choices given
B. The researchers perspective can influence interpretation of results
C. Data gathering takes too much time
D. There is low degree of subjectivity
A. The responses of the participants are limited to what has been asked and the choices given
Which variable is manipulated by the researcher?
A. Extraneous variable
B. Independent variable
C. Dependent variable
D. Confounding variable
B. Independent variable
This variable is the presumed effect of the manipulation on the object/subject of the experiment
A. Extraneous variable
B. Independent variable
C. Dependent variable
D. Confounding variable
C. Dependent variable
