Understanding Research Methods and Biases

Which of the following best describes a positive correlation?

• As one variable increases, the other variable decreases.

• As one variable increases, the other variable also increases.

• There is no relationship between the two variables.

• One variable causes the other variable to change.

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What is the principle of falsifiability in scientific research?

• The ability to prove a hypothesis true.

• The ability to prove a hypothesis false.

• The ability to replicate a study.

• The ability to generalize findings.

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Which of the following best defines validity in research?

• The consistency of a measurement.

• The accuracy of a measurement.

• The ability to replicate results.

• The presence of bias in a study.

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What is a food desert?

• An area with an abundance of fast food restaurants.

• An area with limited access to affordable and nutritious food.

• An area with a high concentration of grocery stores.

• An area with a high rate of food production.

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Which of the following is an example of social desirability bias?

• A participant lies about their income to appear wealthier.

• A researcher manipulates data to fit their hypothesis.

• A survey question is worded to lead respondents to a particular answer.

• A sample is not representative of the population.

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What is the main difference between participant observation and detached observation?

• Participant observation involves the researcher actively engaging with the subjects, while detached observation involves the researcher observing without interaction.

• Participant observation is used in quantitative research, while detached observation is used in qualitative research.

• Participant observation requires a larger sample size than detached observation.

• Participant observation is more objective than detached observation.

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Which of the following best describes random sampling?

• Selecting participants based on specific characteristics.

• Selecting participants in a way that each individual has an equal chance of being chosen.

• Selecting participants from a specific subgroup of the population.

• Selecting participants based on convenience.

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What is a leading question in survey research?

• A question that is open-ended and allows for detailed responses.

• A question that suggests a particular answer to the respondent.

• A question that is neutral and unbiased.

• A question that is used to screen participants.

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In the context of research, what does objectivity refer to?

• The influence of personal feelings or opinions in considering and representing facts.

• The ability to remain neutral and unbiased.

• The use of subjective measures in data collection.

• The presence of bias in a study.

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What is the primary goal of participatory research?

• To involve the community being studied in the research process.

• To conduct research without the involvement of the community.

• To use only quantitative methods in research.

• To ensure the research is completely objective.

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