Cafs - Research Methodology past HSC questions

Which of the following is an example of qualitative data?

• Graphs

• Opinions

• Statistics

• Tallies

Which of the following best defines the term hypothesis?

• An analysis of the research findings

• A plan to select appropriate research methods

• A copy of the questionnaire or interview questions

• A statement of what the researcher wants to test throughout the research

Which topic best suits the research method of observation when conducting an individual research project?

• The reasons why adults travel overseas

• The most popular food item purchased from the school canteen

• The most common subject chosen in NSW to study for the HSC

• The number of books Year 3 primary school students read each week

Which of the following best describes consistency of measurement within a sampling method?

• Bias

• Integrity

• Reliability

• Validity

Which of the following is an example of integrity when conducting research?

• Reporting data accurately

• Ensuring voluntary participation

• Changing the names of the interviewees

• Surveying only people known to the researcher

Which is the first step when conducting research?

• Interviewing relevant people

• Formulating a research proposal

• Presenting qualitative data through graphing

• Discussing the recorded results with the questionnaire respondents

James was interviewed for research. When the research was completed, James’s name was not published. By not using James’s name, the interviewer displayed which ethical behaviour?

• Bias

• Integrity

• Privacy

• Respect

What is the main advantage of using individuals as a source of data?

• They provide current information

• They are always available for interviews

• Their knowledge and expertise is reliable

• Their questionnaire responses will not be biased

Which of the following is the best example of quantitative data?

• A written report on youth mental health

• A television documentary on the social benefits of childcare

• A blog on popular sports undertaken by individuals with disabilities

• A graph showing the number of students buying their lunch at the canteen

A bibliography is an important inclusion in an independent research project because it

• avoids research being biased.

• protects the privacy of the participants.

• credits all sources used by the researcher.

• contains all the material gathered from the primary research.