LevelupIAS Sociology Research Methods Quiz
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- Q1
Which of the following best defines the term "sampling" in sociological research?
The analysis of qualitative data in research
Collecting data from a specific individual within a population
Using statistical software to interpret research findings
The process of selecting a representative group from a larger population for study
60s - Q2
What is the primary goal of qualitative research in sociology?
To conduct experiments to test hypotheses
To understand social phenomena from the participants' perspectives
To identify statistical relationships between variables
To gather numerical data for analysis
30s - Q3
Which research method involves observing and systematically recording behavior in its natural setting without interference or manipulation?
Unstructured interview
Case study
Survey research
Participant observation
60s - Q4
Which of the following is an example of a closed-ended question in a survey?
What factors do you think influence educational success?
Yes or No: Have you ever been a victim of cyberbullying ?
How do you feel about immigration policies in the country?
Can you describe your experience with discrimination ?
30s - Q5
When conducting interviews in sociological research, what is the advantage of using open-ended questions?
They allow for quick data collection
They provide more in-depth and detailed responses
They limit participants' responses
They are easier to analyze statistically
60s - Q6
What does the term "reliability" refer to in research methodology?
The ethical considerations taken into account during research
The credibility of findings
The extent to which a study's findings can be generalized to other populations
The consistency of measurement
30s - Q7
Which research design involves studying the same group of individuals over an extended period?
Longitudinal study
Correlational study
Cross-sectional study
Experimental study
60s - Q8
In a study examining the impact of gender stereotypes on workplace promotions, which data collection method would likely yield rich and nuanced information from participants?
Structured interviews
Participant observation
Secondary data analysis
Closed-ended questionnaires
30s - Q9
Which of the following best represents an operationalized variable in a study examining social media addiction?
Geographical location of participants
Participants' age and gender
Number of hours spent on social media daily
Participants' level of education
60s - Q10
What type of sampling method involves selecting participants based on their unique characteristics or expertise related to the research topic?
Convenience sampling
Purposive sampling
Snowball sampling
Random sampling
30s - Q11
When a researcher manipulates one variable to observe its effect on another variable, what research method is being employed?
Correlational research
Longitudinal research
Cross-sectional research
Experimental research
60s - Q12
Which of the following is an advantage of using mixed-methods research in sociology?
Allows for a comprehensive exploration of research questions
Reduces the need for diverse sampling techniques
Provides quicker data collection and analysis
Simplifies data interpretation
30s - Q13
A researcher wants to study the impact of a new government policy on reducing poverty levels in a country. Which method would be most appropriate to collect quantitative data from a large and diverse population?
Case study
Ethnographic research
Survey research
Participant observation
60s - Q14
In a study examining the relationship between income inequality and access to healthcare, what sampling method would provide a representative sample of the population across different income brackets?
Stratified sampling
Quota sampling
Convenience sampling
Snowball sampling
30s - Q15
What type of data collection method would be most suitable for exploring the lived experiences and personal stories of individuals affected by homelessness?
participant observation
survey
Interviews
Biography of the homeless
60s