Research Methods Quiz

Which of the following best describes qualitative research?

• It uses numerical data to test hypotheses

• It explains human behavior and experiences in depth

• It aims to measure frequency and predict outcomes

• It only uses large samples for objective results

What is the primary goal of quantitative research?

• To develop theories

• To explore human experience

• To describe and examine cause-effect relationships

• To provide multiple interpretations of a phenomenon

In terms of characteristics, qualitative research is described as:

• Objective and narrow

• Subjective and broad

• Formal and statistical

• Scientific and theoretical

Which of the following is a method commonly used in qualitative research?

• Questionnaires with closed-ended questions

• Laboratory experiments

• Interviews with open-ended questions

• Use of statistical software

What kind of data is collected in quantitative research?

• Pictures and diaries

• Open-ended stories

• Numbers and statistics

• Narratives and objects

Which research type typically uses a larger sample size?

• Quantitative research

• Qualitative research

• Both A and B

• None of the above

Which of the following is NOT a goal of qualitative research?

• Gain insight

• Test a hypothesis

• Explore depth and meaning

• Understand human behavior

Which field commonly uses qualitative research?

• Life Sciences

• Theoretical Physics

• Market Research

• Computer Engineering

A study titled “Life of people with mental health problems” would fall under which research type?

• Quantitative

• Experimental

• Qualitative

• Statistical

Which of the following best represents a quantitative research example?

• Exploring reasons for teenage anxiety

• Studying the impact of a song’s lyrics on mood

• Comparing the effectiveness of two medications

• Documenting the lives of street vendors