
Sociological research methods
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- Q1What is the purpose of a control group in sociological research?To ensure anonymity of participantsTo manipulate the independent variableTo gather qualitative dataTo serve as a basis for comparison15s
- Q2What is a random sample in sociological research?A sample selected based on personal preferenceA subset of individuals selected from a larger population using a random processA sample collected from only one locationA group of individuals with similar characteristics15s
- Q3Which research method involves observing and recording behavior in its natural setting?Survey researchCorrelational studyNaturalistic observationExperimental study15s
- Q4What is the purpose of a survey in sociological research?To collect data from a large sample of people through standardized questionsTo observe behavior in natural settingsTo manipulate variables and observe their effectsTo conduct in-depth interviews with individuals15s
- Q5What is the purpose of a pilot study in sociological research?To manipulate variables and observe their effectsTo conduct in-depth interviews with participantsTo collect data from a large sampleTo test the research design and identify any potential issues or flaws30s
- Q6What is the independent variable in sociological research?The variable that is influenced by external factorsThe variable that is manipulated or changed by the researcherThe variable that is measured or observed by the researcherThe variable that remains constant throughout the study15s
- Q7Which of the following is an example of a qualitative research method?EthnographyExperimental studySurvey researchCorrelational study15s
- Q8What is the purpose of informed consent in sociological research?To ensure participants are fully informed about the study and voluntarily agree to participateTo gather data without participant knowledgeTo manipulate variables and observe their effectsTo maintain confidentiality of participants15s
- Q9What is a population in sociological research?The group of individuals who volunteer to participate in the researchThe group of individuals who are excluded from the studyThe entire group of individuals that the researcher wants to study and draw conclusions aboutA small sample of individuals selected for the study15s
- Q10Which of the following is NOT a sociological research method?SurveysInterviewsBibliographyObservation15s
- Q11Which of the following is an example of a primary data collection method in sociological research?Participant observationSecondary data analysisLiterature reviewContent analysis15s
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