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Three ways to do sociology * objectivity, replication and value free research) Also the use of dependant and independat variables

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  • Q1
    What does it mean for sociology to be value-free?
    Research that is conducted without personal biases or subjective opinions.
    Research that aims to persuade others
    Research that incorporates personal beliefs
    Research that focuses solely on qualitative methods
    30s
  • Q2
    In an experiment, what is the independent variable?
    The outcome of the study
    The variable that is manipulated by the researcher.
    The variable that is measured during the experiment
    The variable that remains constant
    30s
  • Q3
    Why is replication important in sociology?
    It allows researchers to create new theories
    It helps to verify the reliability of research findings.
    It guarantees the accuracy of qualitative data
    It ensures that personal biases are eliminated
    30s
  • Q4
    What role do dependent variables play in sociological research?
    They are the outcomes that are measured in response to changes in the independent variable.
    They are the factors that the researcher manipulates
    They refer to the underlying biases of the researcher
    They are the constants kept the same throughout an experiment
    30s
  • Q5
    What is the significance of objectivity in sociological research?
    It involves using only qualitative research methods
    It allows researchers to express their opinions freely
    It guarantees that all data will be accurate
    It ensures that findings are based on facts rather than personal feelings or biases.
    30s
  • Q6
    How does value-free research contribute to the field of sociology?
    It guarantees that every research project will be successful
    It allows researchers to draw conclusions based solely on data, without bias from personal beliefs.
    It limits the types of questions that can be studied
    It encourages researchers to share their opinions openly
    30s
  • Q7
    What is the main purpose of using independent and dependent variables in sociological studies?
    To create biased interpretations of data
    To eliminate all qualitative research methods
    To develop personal theories about society
    To identify and analyze the cause-and-effect relationships between different factors.
    30s
  • Q8
    What does it mean for sociological research to be replicable?
    It requires unique and original studies each time
    It can be repeated by other researchers to achieve the same results.
    It is based on subjective interpretations
    It focuses only on anecdotal evidence
    30s
  • Q9
    Which of the following best describes the role of dependent variables in a sociological study?
    Dependent variables are kept constant during the study
    Dependent variables are factors manipulated by the researcher
    Dependent variables refer to the researchers' personal opinions
    Dependent variables are what researchers measure to see how they are affected by independent variables.
    30s
  • Q10
    Why is it necessary for sociological research to maintain objectivity?
    To ensure that the research findings accurately reflect reality and are not influenced by the researcher's biases.
    To focus solely on quantitative data
    To allow researchers to express their personal views
    To prioritize the researcher's interpretations over facts
    30s

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