Research Methods in Youth Studies: Online Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of mixed methods research approaches?

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Prioritizing qualitative data over quantitative data

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Combining qualitative and quantitative data

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Integrating data from different sources

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Triangulating findings from multiple methods

Question 2

Which qualitative data collection method involves observing people in their natural settings?

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Ethnography

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Interviews

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Focus groups

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Secondary data analysis

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a literature review in research?

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To identify gaps in knowledge and establish the theoretical foundation for the study

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To provide a comprehensive summary of all available literature on the topic

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To gather data for the research project

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To evaluate the validity of the research findings

Question 4

Which type of research design is characterized by its longitudinal nature and its focus on change over time?

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Longitudinal design: Observing the same participants over an extended period

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Cross-sectional design

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Experimental design

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Case study design

Question 5

What is the purpose of a research proposal?

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To outline the research plan, justify the need for the study, and obtain funding

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To present the findings of a completed research project

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To evaluate the quality of a research project

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To disseminate research findings to stakeholders

Question 6

Which statistical test is used to determine if there is a significant difference between the means of two independent groups?

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T-test: Compares the means of two independent groups

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Chi-square test

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ANOVA

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Regression analysis

Question 7

What is the role of a code of conduct in research?

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To establish ethical guidelines for researchers and protect the rights of research participants

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To ensure the validity of research findings

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To facilitate collaboration between researchers

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To promote the dissemination of research findings

Question 8

Which characteristic is NOT associated with qualitative research?

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Focus on generalizability

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Subjective interpretation

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Small sample size

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Inductive reasoning

Question 9

For a study exploring the lived experiences of youth in care, which sampling method would be most appropriate?

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Snowball sampling

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Convenience sampling

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Random sampling

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Stratified sampling

Question 10

What is a major limitation of quantitative research in Youth Studies?

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Insufficient depth and context

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Potential for bias

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Difficulty in generalizing findings

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Ethical concerns

Question 11

Which skill is essential for conducting mixed methods research?

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Data integration

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Statistical analysis

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Qualitative interviewing

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Literature review

Question 12

When selecting a research method, what is the most important consideration?

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Suitability for the research question

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Availability of resources

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Researcher expertise

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Ethical implications

Question 13

Which of the following methods is primarily employed to gather numerical and statistical data?

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Surveys

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Focus groups

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Interviews

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Ethnography

Question 14

The ethical principle that obligates researchers to avoid causing harm to participants is known as:

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Beneficence

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Minimize the risk of research participation

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Maximize the benefits of research participation

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Ensure that research is conducted with informed consent

Question 15

Which advantage is attributed to mixed methods research?

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Enhanced comprehensiveness and validity

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Reduced research biases

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Cost-effectiveness

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Convenience

Question 16

When designing a research study, the foundational step involves determining:

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Research objectives

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Data collection methods

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Sampling strategy

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Data analysis techniques

Question 17

Which type of interview is commonly employed in youth research, allowing for flexibility and in-depth exploration of perspectives?

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Semi-structured interviews

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Structured interviews

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Unstructured interviews

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Focus groups

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a type of qualitative data analysis method?

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Factor analysis

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Thematic analysis

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Grounded theory

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Discourse analysis

Question 19

What is the key distinction between a research question and a hypothesis?

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A research question is broader in scope, while a hypothesis is more specific and testable

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A research question cannot be answered through empirical research, while a hypothesis can

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A hypothesis is always supported by evidence, while a research question is not

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There is no difference between a research question and a hypothesis

Question 20

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of qualitative research methods?

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Emphasising subjective interpretation and understanding

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Generalizing findings to a larger population

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Relying solely on objective, quantifiable data

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Using statistical analysis to test hypotheses

Question 21

Which research design is commonly employed to establish causal relationships between variables?

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Experimental design

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Single-case study design

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Longitudinal design

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Correlational design

Question 22

What is the primary distinction between deductive and inductive approaches to research?

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Deductive: Theory-driven, Inductive: Data-driven

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Deductive: Small sample, Inductive: Large sample

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Deductive: Focus on hypothesis testing, Inductive: Focus on theory building

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Deductive: Quantitative, Inductive: Qualitative

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a potential limitation of quantitative research methods?

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In-depth exploration of complex social phenomena

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Reliance on large sample sizes

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Difficulty in generalizing findings to other populations

Question 24

What is the primary function of a literature review in research?

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Summarizing and evaluating existing knowledge on a specific topic

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Formulating a research question

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Presenting original research findings

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Criticizing previous research studies

Question 25

Which of the following exemplifies a mixed methods research design?

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Combining qualitative interviews with quantitative surveys

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Conducting an experiment with a control group

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Analysing qualitative and quantitative data separately

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Observing participants in their natural environment