Data Collection

What is the purpose of asking questions in interviews according to the text?

• To fill out paperwork

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  To seek information and answers for research

• To intimidate the interviewee

• To pass the time

What is the primary aim of the first steps of research design discussed?

• To evaluate the effectiveness of research questions

• To analyze quantitative data collection methods.

• To understand the different types of qualitative data collection methods.

• To compare different research designs.

Which of the following is NOT listed as a data collection method?

• 
  Questionnaires

• 
  Experiments

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  Focus Groups

• 
  Interviews

What distinguishes a semi-structured interview from a structured interview?

• The absence of any questions

• Strict adherence to a set list of questions without deviation

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  Use of only closed-ended questions

• The flexibility and ability to probe with sub questions

What is a key feature of non-participant observation?

• Observing without any interaction

• Participation in the activities being observed

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  Active interaction with the subjects

• Conducting interviews during observation

Which of the following is a qualitative data collection method?

• Algorithmic computation

• Observations

• Numerical modeling

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  Statistical analysis

What does a focus group primarily aim to explore?

• 
  Numerical data through surveys

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  Physical phenomena

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  Group dynamics and collective responses

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  Individual behaviors in isolation

What is a characteristic of a quantitative questionnaire?

• Open-ended responses

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  Narrative data

• Subjective interpretation

• Statistical analysis

What aspect does participant observation specifically allow a researcher to explore?

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  Objective truths without bias

• Quantitative data

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  Internal experiences and perspectives

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  External perspectives only

Which method involves observing behaviors in a natural setting?

• Observations

• Focus groups

• Structured interviews

• Questionnaires