Understanding Research Approaches

What is a common challenge for beginners in research?

• Choosing the right research approach

• Finding enough respondents

• Understanding statistical software

• Writing a research proposal

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of quantitative research?

• Open-ended questions

• Numerical data

• Statistical analysis

• Measurement

What is the primary focus of qualitative research?

• Measuring variables

• Testing hypotheses

• Understanding data

• Analyzing numerical data

In quantitative research, what type of questions are typically used?

• Open-ended

• Exploratory

• Close-ended

• Descriptive

How many respondents are typically involved in qualitative research?

• 300 to 500

• 15 to 20

• 100 to 200

• 50 to 100

Which software is used to analyze qualitative data?

• Data mining software

• Survey software

• Transcription software

• Statistical software

What type of data is typically analyzed in quantitative research?

• Opinions

• Concepts

• Numerical data

• Experiences

Which term is commonly associated with qualitative research?

• Effects

• Relationships

• Levels

• Lived experiences

What is a typical research topic for quantitative research?

• Lived experiences of patients

• Relationship between nutrition and cognitive development

• Perceptions of a new policy

• Factors influencing job satisfaction

Which of the following is a key term in quantitative research?

• Factors

• Implications

• Perceptions

• Statistics