DATA COLLECTION METHOD

Which of the following is NOT a primary data collection method?

• Surveys

• Interviews

• Experiments

• Literature review

Which of the following is an advantage of using interviews for data collection?

• They are less expensive

• They require less planning

• They provide in-depth information

• They are quick to conduct

Which of the following is a key characteristic of observational research?

• It focuses on real-world settings

• It is always conducted in a laboratory

• It involves manipulating variables

• It relies on self-reported data

In which data collection method does the researcher directly watch and record behaviors or events?

• Interview

• Observation

• Questionnaire

• Survey

Which of the following is an example of a qualitative data collection method?

• Experiment

• Survey

• Interview

• Statistical analysis

What is the main disadvantage of using interviews for data collection?

• Responses are always inaccurate

• It is time-consuming and costly

• It does not allow open-ended responses

• It eliminates bias completely

What is the main advantage of using secondary data sources in research?

• They always provide up-to-date information

• They are cheaper and save time compared to primary data collection

• They are always more accurate than primary data

• They eliminate the need for analysis

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using questionnaires for data collection?

• They allow for anonymity

• They can reach a large audience

• They may have low response rates

• They are time-efficient

The method of data collection that involves direct communication between the researcher and respondents is called ________.

The type of questionnaire that allows respondents to answer in their own words is called an ________ questionnaire.