Question 1

Exploratory research

Accepted Answer

A)  is research which seeks to provide a picture of how "the land lies" on a particular social issue. 
B)  tends to be deductive using pre-existing theories to decide what kinds of data should be collected. 
C)  is analysis that results in the interpretation of action or representation of meanings in the researcher's own words. 
D)  is ground breaking research on a relatively unstudied topic or in a new area. 
E)  generally includes theory-testing. 
A)  is research which seeks to provide a picture of how "the land lies" on a particular social issue. 
B)  tends to be deductive using pre-existing theories to decide what kinds of data should be collected. 
C)  is analysis that results in the interpretation of action or representation of meanings in the researcher's own words. 
D)  is ground breaking research on a relatively unstudied topic or in a new area. 
E)  generally includes theory-testing. D

Question 2

The scientific method benefits from the pursuit of counterexamples.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Describe how basic and applied research differ.Provide an example of each.

Accepted Answer

Basic research and applied research differ in their purpose and goals.

Basic research, also known as fundamental or pure research, is conducted to expand knowledge and understanding of a subject without any specific practical application in mind. It aims to answer fundamental questions and explore theoretical concepts. An example of basic research is a study on the behavior of subatomic particles in physics, which may not have an immediate practical application but contributes to the overall body of scientific knowledge.

On the other hand, applied research is designed to solve specific practical problems or address real-world issues. It focuses on the application of existing knowledge to develop practical solutions, products, or technologies. An example of applied research is a study on the development of a new drug to treat a specific disease, which directly aims to address a practical problem and produce tangible outcomes.

In summary, basic research seeks to expand knowledge and understanding, while applied research aims to solve practical problems and create useful products or solutions. Both types of research are important in advancing scientific knowledge and driving technological innovation.

Question 4

A question about one or more topics that can be answered through research is referred to as a

Accepted Answer

A)  hypothesis. 
B)  social inquiry. 
C)  research question. 
D)  unit of analysis. 
E)  none of these. 
A)  hypothesis. 
B)  social inquiry. 
C)  research question. 
D)  unit of analysis. 
E)  none of these.

Question 5

In applied research,investigators are interested in

Accepted Answer

A)  knowledge for the sake of knowledge. 
B)  research having practical and useful outcomes. 
C)  knowing about fields where there is little previous research. 
D)  creating social theory. 
E)  none of these. 
A)  knowledge for the sake of knowledge. 
B)  research having practical and useful outcomes. 
C)  knowing about fields where there is little previous research. 
D)  creating social theory. 
E)  none of these.

Question 6

Describe the scientific method to someone unfamiliar with research.

Accepted Answer

The scientific method is a systematic ap

Question 7

Let's say that there is a well known theory that we can call "The General Attraction Theory" and that it suggests that people who are physically attractive get more of society's rewards than less attractive people.If we have a hypothesis that people who are physically attractive are more likely to be hired for certain jobs than their less attractive peers and wanted to test this theory in a specific industry,we would be conducting

Accepted Answer

A)  descriptive research. 
B)  applied research. 
C)  explanatory research. 
D)  critical research. 
E)  evaluation research. 
A)  descriptive research. 
B)  applied research. 
C)  explanatory research. 
D)  critical research. 
E)  evaluation research.

Question 8

Exploratory research is

Accepted Answer

A)  ideal for testing a theory. 
B)  ideal for examining unstudied phenomena. 
C)  a method for bringing social injustices to the public's attention. 
D)  a way of examining whether interventions are having their intended effect. 
E)  designed to describe, in detail, groups, activities, situations, events. 
A)  ideal for testing a theory. 
B)  ideal for examining unstudied phenomena. 
C)  a method for bringing social injustices to the public's attention. 
D)  a way of examining whether interventions are having their intended effect. 
E)  designed to describe, in detail, groups, activities, situations, events.

Question 9

If we are presenting a detailed picture of a population,in terms of gender,age,income,residence,we have most likely conducted

Accepted Answer

A)  evaluation research. 
B)  exploratory research. 
C)  explanatory research. 
D)  descriptive research. 
E)  applied research. 
A)  evaluation research. 
B)  exploratory research. 
C)  explanatory research. 
D)  descriptive research. 
E)  applied research.

Question 10

The positivist view of science states that

Accepted Answer

A)  science should always focus on things which benefit society. 
B)  we should only study things that can be observed and measured. 
C)  science is beneficial for providing solid ground for things in society that can be speculated about. 
D)  science should be objective, free from personal biases 
E)  none of these 
A)  science should always focus on things which benefit society. 
B)  we should only study things that can be observed and measured. 
C)  science is beneficial for providing solid ground for things in society that can be speculated about. 
D)  science should be objective, free from personal biases 
E)  none of these

Question 11

When researchers have few cases and desire to interpret the meanings of words,they are engaging in
_____________________.

Accepted Answer

A)  qualitative analysis 
B)  quantitative analysis 
C)  applied research 
D)  exploratory research 
E)  descriptive research 
A)  qualitative analysis 
B)  quantitative analysis 
C)  applied research 
D)  exploratory research 
E)  descriptive research

Question 12

When we rely on physicians,clergy members,and elected officials for information,we are putting our faith in

Accepted Answer

A)  their knowledge in those positions of authority. 
B)  their individual knowledge. 
C)  their knowledge of scientific methods. 
D)  our ability to compare our own inquiry and experiences with theirs. 
E)  their access to superior knowledge. 
A)  their knowledge in those positions of authority. 
B)  their individual knowledge. 
C)  their knowledge of scientific methods. 
D)  our ability to compare our own inquiry and experiences with theirs. 
E)  their access to superior knowledge.

Question 13

Knowledge that is based on evidence from our senses is referred to an

Accepted Answer

A)  authority. 
B)  sensory knowledge. 
C)  personal inquiry. 
D)  positivism. 
E)  applied research. 
A)  authority. 
B)  sensory knowledge. 
C)  personal inquiry. 
D)  positivism. 
E)  applied research.

Question 14

Descriptive research

Accepted Answer

A)  uses reasoning that moves from less general to more general statements. 
B)  is analysis based on the statistical summary of data. 
C)  is research designed to explain why subjects vary in one way or another. 
D)  is research which seeks to provide a picture of how "the land lies" on a particular social issue. 
E)  all of these. 
A)  uses reasoning that moves from less general to more general statements. 
B)  is analysis based on the statistical summary of data. 
C)  is research designed to explain why subjects vary in one way or another. 
D)  is research which seeks to provide a picture of how "the land lies" on a particular social issue. 
E)  all of these.

Question 15

Individuals often rely on their own experiences to learn about the world.What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of relying on personal inquiry to learn about the world?

Accepted Answer

There are several advantages to relying

Question 16

Which of the following statements about intersubjectivity is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sometimes subjectivity in research is necessary in order to get to a specific outcome. 
B)  Scientists engaging in positivist research often strive for intersubjectivity. 
C)  Intersubjective science is filled with bias and personal feelings. 
D)  Two or more researchers can compare findings to look for consistencies about reality. 
E)  None of these. 
A)  Sometimes subjectivity in research is necessary in order to get to a specific outcome. 
B)  Scientists engaging in positivist research often strive for intersubjectivity. 
C)  Intersubjective science is filled with bias and personal feelings. 
D)  Two or more researchers can compare findings to look for consistencies about reality. 
E)  None of these.

Question 17

The publication of research allows for public scrutiny.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following is an authority,or socially defined source of knowledge?

Accepted Answer

A)  parents 
B)  media 
C)  religious leaders 
D)  professors 
E)  all of these 
A)  parents 
B)  media 
C)  religious leaders 
D)  professors 
E)  all of these

Question 19

When individuals rely on their own experiences as a basis for knowledge about the world,they are using

Accepted Answer

A)  knowledge from authorities. 
B)  a scientific approach. 
C)  personal inquiry. 
D)  intersubjectivity. 
E)  none of these. 
A)  knowledge from authorities. 
B)  a scientific approach. 
C)  personal inquiry. 
D)  intersubjectivity. 
E)  none of these.

Question 20

Researchers must subject their findings to the scrutiny of other researchers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exploratory research

The scientific method benefits from the pursuit of counterexamples.

Describe how basic and applied research differ.Provide an example of each.

A question about one or more topics that can be answered through research is referred to as a

In applied research,investigators are interested in

Describe the scientific method to someone unfamiliar with research.

Exploratory research is

If we are presenting a detailed picture of a population,in terms of gender,age,income,residence,we have most likely conducted

The positivist view of science states that

When researchers have few cases and desire to interpret the meanings of words,they are engaging in _____________________.

When we rely on physicians,clergy members,and elected officials for information,we are putting our faith in

Knowledge that is based on evidence from our senses is referred to an

Descriptive research

Individuals often rely on their own experiences to learn about the world.What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of relying on personal inquiry to learn about the world?

Which of the following statements about intersubjectivity is true?

The publication of research allows for public scrutiny.

Which of the following is an authority,or socially defined source of knowledge?

When individuals rely on their own experiences as a basis for knowledge about the world,they are using

Researchers must subject their findings to the scrutiny of other researchers.

Theory and Research

Ethics and Social Research

Planning a Research Project

Sampling

Measurement

Cross-Sectional, Longitudinal, and Case Study Designs

Experimental Research

Questionnaires and Structured Interviews

Qualitative Interviewing

Observational Techniques

Using Available Data

Content Analysis

Applied Social Research

Quantitative and Qualitative Data Analysis

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Exam 1: The Uses of Social Research

Exploratory research

The scientific method benefits from the pursuit of counterexamples.

Describe how basic and applied research differ.Provide an example of each.

A question about one or more topics that can be answered through research is referred to as a

In applied research,investigators are interested in

Describe the scientific method to someone unfamiliar with research.

Exploratory research is

If we are presenting a detailed picture of a population,in terms of gender,age,income,residence,we have most likely conducted

The positivist view of science states that

When researchers have few cases and desire to interpret the meanings of words,they are engaging in _____________________.

When we rely on physicians,clergy members,and elected officials for information,we are putting our faith in

Knowledge that is based on evidence from our senses is referred to an

Descriptive research

Individuals often rely on their own experiences to learn about the world.What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of relying on personal inquiry to learn about the world?

Which of the following statements about intersubjectivity is true?

The publication of research allows for public scrutiny.

Which of the following is an authority,or socially defined source of knowledge?

When individuals rely on their own experiences as a basis for knowledge about the world,they are using

Researchers must subject their findings to the scrutiny of other researchers.

Theory and Research

Ethics and Social Research

Planning a Research Project

Sampling

Measurement

Cross-Sectional, Longitudinal, and Case Study Designs

Experimental Research

Questionnaires and Structured Interviews

Qualitative Interviewing

Observational Techniques

Using Available Data

Content Analysis

Applied Social Research

Quantitative and Qualitative Data Analysis

Filters