Data Collection and Sampling Quiz

What does PPDAC stand for in the context of data collection?

• Planning, Data, Analysis, Collection

• Planning, Processing, Data, Analysis, Collection

• Planning, Processing, Data, Analysis, Collection

• Planning, Processing, Data, Analysis, Communication

Which of the following is NOT a key activity in the planning stage of PPDAC?

• Identifying Data Requirements

• Choosing Sampling Methods

• Outlining Data Analysis Methods

• Data Verification

What type of sampling method is used when every individual has an equal chance of being selected?

• Convenience Sampling

• Stratified Sampling

• Simple Random Sampling

• Cluster Sampling

What is a potential pitfall of using a convenience sample?

• It requires complex calculations

• It is too expensive

• It may introduce sampling bias

• It is time-consuming

Which of the following is a characteristic of Big Data?

• High processing speed

• Limited storage capacity

• Lack of data ethics

• Low volume of data

What is the purpose of a sampling frame?

• To analyze the collected data

• To verify the accuracy of data

• To list subjects in the population for sampling

• To collect data from every individual

What is the main focus of the data collection methods discussed?

• Historical data

• Tertiary data

• Primary data

• Secondary data

Which sampling technique involves dividing the population into subgroups and then selecting a sample from each subgroup?

• Stratified Sampling

• Systematic Sampling

• Cluster Sampling

• Simple Random Sampling

What is a common method for collecting primary data?

• Case studies

• Meta-analysis

• Literature review

• Interviews

What is the purpose of pilot testing a research plan?

• To collect data from a larger sample

• To finalize the research questions

• To analyze the data collected

• To identify potential issues before full implementation