Research Instrument

What is the primary purpose of a research instrument in a study?

• To entertain the audience

• To collect data

• To fund the research

• To publish results

Which of the following is an example of a qualitative research instrument?

• Thermometer

• Questionnaire with open-ended questions

• Barometer

• Stopwatch

What is a Likert Scale commonly used for in research instruments?

• To measure temperature

• To evaluate responses based on levels of agreement

• To determine the weight of a sample

• To calculate the speed of a reaction

Which of the following research instruments is used to collect data in a large-scale quantitative survey?

• Focus group discussion guide

• Structured questionnaire with closed-ended questions

• In-depth Interview

• Personal diary

What is the main characteristic of a psychometric test as a research instrument?

• Measures psychological attributes like intelligence or personality

• Measures physical health and wellness

• Assesses environmental conditions

• Analyzes chemical compositions

A coding manual is typically used in which type of research?

• Quantitative data analysis

• Qualitative data analysis

• Experimental methodologies

• Longitudinal studies

What is the primary purpose of pilot testing a research instrument?

• To determine the final results of the study.

• To finalize the data analysis methods to be used in the main study.

• To test and refine the instrument by identifying potential issues with the survey before the main data collection begins.

• To expand the scope of the study to include additional variables.

Why is it important to validate a research instrument?

• To ensure it provides entertainment value to participants

• To confirm that it accurately measures what it is supposed to measure

• To increase the complexity of the research design

• To make the instrument longer and more detailed

Which of the following is a key consideration when designing a research instrument?

• The color and font size of the instrument’s text

• The socio-economic status of the researcher

• The clarity and relevance of the questions included

• The number of researchers involved in the study

How does the reliability of a research instrument impact data collection?

• Reliable instruments tend to give consistent results over repeated trials

• Reliable instruments provide faster results

• Reliable instruments are easier to administer

• Reliable instruments cost less to develop