Question 1

Confidence as a characteristic of scientific investigation refers to:

Accepted Answer

A) The probability that our estimations are correct. 
B) The idea that a simple model that explains a certain phenomenon has preference over a complex model. 
C) The fact that findings are generalizable. 
D) The fact that an investigation has a clear theoretical foundation. 
A) The probability that our estimations are correct. 
B) The idea that a simple model that explains a certain phenomenon has preference over a complex model. 
C) The fact that findings are generalizable. 
D) The fact that an investigation has a clear theoretical foundation. A

Question 2

Epistemology is concerned with the nature of knowledge or how we come to know.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

The focus of pragmatism is on basic,fundamental research

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

A researcher who observed separate phenomena and on this basis attempts to arrive at general conclusions,works inductively.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Scientific investigation is characterized by a good theoretical base and a sound methodological design.These characteristics are both related to the of the investigation. What must be filled on the line?

Accepted Answer

A) Rigor. 
B) Precision and confidence. 
C) Objectivity. 
D) Parsimony. 
A) Rigor. 
B) Precision and confidence. 
C) Objectivity. 
D) Parsimony.

Question 6

The critical realist is critical of our ability to understand the world with certainty.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

It is impossible to test hypotheses via case studies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A deductive investigation is based on theoretically logical reasoning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

In the hypothetico-deductive research method,hypotheses play an important role.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

For a constructionist,science and scientific research is seen as the way to get at the truth

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Knowledge of epistemology may help you to relate to and understand the research of others and the choices that were made in this research.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The research methods of constructionist researchers are often qualitative in nature.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A manager observes that higher prices lead to more sales.The results of a focus group point out that consumers use price as an indicator for quality.This is an example of deductive research.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Deduction is the process of drawing conclusions based on (an interpretation of)the results of data-analysis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Parsimony related to scientific investigation refers to:

Accepted Answer

A) The probability that our estimations are correct. 
B) The idea that a simple model that explains a certain phenomenon is preferred to a complex model. 
C) The fact that findings are generalizable. 
D) The fact that an investigation has a clear theoretical base. 
A) The probability that our estimations are correct. 
B) The idea that a simple model that explains a certain phenomenon is preferred to a complex model. 
C) The fact that findings are generalizable. 
D) The fact that an investigation has a clear theoretical base.

Question 16

Case studies are usually qualitative in nature.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

An inductive investigation starts with an observation of empirical data.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Positivists believe that the world (as we know it!)is mentally constructed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Critical realistm does not take on a particular position on what makes good research.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

'Rigor' related to scientific investigation refers amongst others to:

Accepted Answer

A) The probability that our estimations are correct. 
B) The idea that a simple model that explains a certain phenomenon has preference over a complex model. 
C) The fact that findings are generalizable. 
D) The fact that an investigation has a clear theoretical foundation. 
A) The probability that our estimations are correct. 
B) The idea that a simple model that explains a certain phenomenon has preference over a complex model. 
C) The fact that findings are generalizable. 
D) The fact that an investigation has a clear theoretical foundation.

Confidence as a characteristic of scientific investigation refers to:

Epistemology is concerned with the nature of knowledge or how we come to know.

The focus of pragmatism is on basic,fundamental research

A researcher who observed separate phenomena and on this basis attempts to arrive at general conclusions,works inductively.

Scientific investigation is characterized by a good theoretical base and a sound methodological design.These characteristics are both related to the of the investigation. What must be filled on the line?

The critical realist is critical of our ability to understand the world with certainty.

It is impossible to test hypotheses via case studies.

A deductive investigation is based on theoretically logical reasoning.

In the hypothetico-deductive research method,hypotheses play an important role.

For a constructionist,science and scientific research is seen as the way to get at the truth

Knowledge of epistemology may help you to relate to and understand the research of others and the choices that were made in this research.

The research methods of constructionist researchers are often qualitative in nature.

A manager observes that higher prices lead to more sales.The results of a focus group point out that consumers use price as an indicator for quality.This is an example of deductive research.

Deduction is the process of drawing conclusions based on (an interpretation of)the results of data-analysis.

Parsimony related to scientific investigation refers to:

Case studies are usually qualitative in nature.

An inductive investigation starts with an observation of empirical data.

Positivists believe that the world (as we know it!)is mentally constructed.

Critical realistm does not take on a particular position on what makes good research.

'Rigor' related to scientific investigation refers amongst others to:

Introduction to Research

The Broad Problem Area and Defining the Problem Statement

The Critical Literature Review

Theoretical Framework and Hypothesis Development

The Elements of Research Design

Data Collection Methods: Introduction and Interviews

Data Collection Methods: Observation

Data Collection Methods: Questionnaires

Experimental Designs

Measurement of Variables: Operational Definition

Measurement: Scaling,reliability,validity

Sampling

Quantitative Data Analysis

Quantitative Data Analysis: Hypothesis Testing

Qualitative Data Analysis

The Research Report

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Exam 2: Scientific Investigation

Confidence as a characteristic of scientific investigation refers to:

Epistemology is concerned with the nature of knowledge or how we come to know.

The focus of pragmatism is on basic,fundamental research

A researcher who observed separate phenomena and on this basis attempts to arrive at general conclusions,works inductively.

Scientific investigation is characterized by a good theoretical base and a sound methodological design.These characteristics are both related to the of the investigation. What must be filled on the line?

The critical realist is critical of our ability to understand the world with certainty.

It is impossible to test hypotheses via case studies.

A deductive investigation is based on theoretically logical reasoning.

In the hypothetico-deductive research method,hypotheses play an important role.

For a constructionist,science and scientific research is seen as the way to get at the truth

Knowledge of epistemology may help you to relate to and understand the research of others and the choices that were made in this research.

The research methods of constructionist researchers are often qualitative in nature.

A manager observes that higher prices lead to more sales.The results of a focus group point out that consumers use price as an indicator for quality.This is an example of deductive research.

Deduction is the process of drawing conclusions based on (an interpretation of)the results of data-analysis.

Parsimony related to scientific investigation refers to:

Case studies are usually qualitative in nature.

An inductive investigation starts with an observation of empirical data.

Positivists believe that the world (as we know it!)is mentally constructed.

Critical realistm does not take on a particular position on what makes good research.

'Rigor' related to scientific investigation refers amongst others to:

Introduction to Research

The Broad Problem Area and Defining the Problem Statement

The Critical Literature Review

Theoretical Framework and Hypothesis Development

The Elements of Research Design

Data Collection Methods: Introduction and Interviews

Data Collection Methods: Observation

Data Collection Methods: Questionnaires

Experimental Designs

Measurement of Variables: Operational Definition

Measurement: Scaling,reliability,validity

Sampling

Quantitative Data Analysis

Quantitative Data Analysis: Hypothesis Testing

Qualitative Data Analysis

The Research Report

Filters