Question 1

Data gathering techniques are part of the:

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A)  Literature review. 
B)  Theoretical framework. 
C)  Conceptual framework. 
D)  Methodological framework, the third framework in the four frameworks approach to the design of the research project. 
A)  Literature review. 
B)  Theoretical framework. 
C)  Conceptual framework. 
D)  Methodological framework, the third framework in the four frameworks approach to the design of the research project.

Question 2

The use of observation as a data gathering method can generate:

Accepted Answer

A)  Quantitative data. 
B)  Qualitative data. 
C)  Both quantitative and qualitative data. 
D)  Numeric data. 
A)  Quantitative data. 
B)  Qualitative data. 
C)  Both quantitative and qualitative data. 
D)  Numeric data.

Question 3

Observation as a data gathering method can be used to generate both quantitative and qualitative data.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

In general researchers engage in three kinds of observation. They are:

Accepted Answer

A)  Observation, participant observation and covert observation. 
B)  Close observation, middle distance observation and distant observation. 
C)  Single observation, small group observation and large group observation. 
D)  Cognito observation, incognito observation and deep incognito observation. 
A)  Observation, participant observation and covert observation. 
B)  Close observation, middle distance observation and distant observation. 
C)  Single observation, small group observation and large group observation. 
D)  Cognito observation, incognito observation and deep incognito observation.

Question 5

When you critique the use of observation in a research project you should consider the validity of the observation as a means of gathering data for that particular study. You should also consider the rigour with which the observation was designed, constructed and carried out.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The systematic collection of data is the collection of data in a methodical, consistent manner.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Using participant observation the researcher:

Accepted Answer

A)  While participating in or being part of the action or phenomenon being observed, observes the action or phenomenon and records that observation. 
B)  Engages in cognito observation. 
C)  Engages in close observation. 
D)  Engages in single observation. 
A)  While participating in or being part of the action or phenomenon being observed, observes the action or phenomenon and records that observation. 
B)  Engages in cognito observation. 
C)  Engages in close observation. 
D)  Engages in single observation.

Question 8

The fourth thing the researcher has to do is to:

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A)  Decide on the easiest way of carrying out the research. 
B)  Decide on the data required for the research project. 
C)  Design the data gathering method. If observation is the method of data gathering selected, then the researcher must design the observation method to be use. 
D)  Decide how to gather data for the research project. 
A)  Decide on the easiest way of carrying out the research. 
B)  Decide on the data required for the research project. 
C)  Design the data gathering method. If observation is the method of data gathering selected, then the researcher must design the observation method to be use. 
D)  Decide how to gather data for the research project.

Question 9

The recorded observations are:

Accepted Answer

A)  Sometimes useful in the research project. 
B)  Often referred to in the research project. 
C)  The data gathered, or stream of data gathered, for the research project. 
D)  Examined by the research supervisor. 
A)  Sometimes useful in the research project. 
B)  Often referred to in the research project. 
C)  The data gathered, or stream of data gathered, for the research project. 
D)  Examined by the research supervisor.

Question 10

Participant observation is:

Accepted Answer

A)  A data analysis technique. 
B)  A data collection method. 
C)  One of the four frameworks in the four frameworks approach to research. 
D)  An element of the theoretical framework. 
A)  A data analysis technique. 
B)  A data collection method. 
C)  One of the four frameworks in the four frameworks approach to research. 
D)  An element of the theoretical framework.

Question 11

Data gathering techniques are part of the theoretical framework, the second framework in the four frameworks approach to the research project.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The record of the observation made by the researcher is:

Accepted Answer

A)  Sometimes useful. 
B)  The data gathered. 
C)  Often referred to in the research project. 
D)  Often difficult to read and understand. 
A)  Sometimes useful. 
B)  The data gathered. 
C)  Often referred to in the research project. 
D)  Often difficult to read and understand.

Question 13

In a semi-structured observation the researcher:

Accepted Answer

A)  Knows, broadly speaking, which aspects of the phenomenon or action s/he wishes to observe and so s/he designs a semi-structured observation schedule in order to facilitate that observation. 
B)  Is semi prepared for the observation exercise. 
C)  Expects to gather half of the data required for the research project. 
D)  Prepares to engage in a semi analytical analysis of the data gathered. 
A)  Knows, broadly speaking, which aspects of the phenomenon or action s/he wishes to observe and so s/he designs a semi-structured observation schedule in order to facilitate that observation. 
B)  Is semi prepared for the observation exercise. 
C)  Expects to gather half of the data required for the research project. 
D)  Prepares to engage in a semi analytical analysis of the data gathered.

Question 14

The data gathered must be able to respond to the research question, they must be able to explain in some way the phenomenon under investigation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

What kind of data can be produced in an observation study?

Accepted Answer

An observation study can produce quantit

Question 16

When designing an observation study, it is important to be sure to begin with that observation is an appropriate data gathering method for the study.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

When the observation data has been gathered, it is:

Accepted Answer

A)  Analysed. 
B)  Sometimes lost. 
C)  Sometimes difficult to understand. 
D)  Often meaningless. 
A)  Analysed. 
B)  Sometimes lost. 
C)  Sometimes difficult to understand. 
D)  Often meaningless.

Question 18

The second thing the researcher has to do is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  Identify the easiest way of carrying out the research. 
B)  Decide on which data gathering method s/he would like to use. 
C)  Figure out how to gain access to the data. 
D)  Decide on which data gathering method the research supervisor likes to use. 
A)  Identify the easiest way of carrying out the research. 
B)  Decide on which data gathering method s/he would like to use. 
C)  Figure out how to gain access to the data. 
D)  Decide on which data gathering method the research supervisor likes to use.

Question 19

The decision to use observation, as with all decisions regarding the data collection method(s) to be used, is taken in response to:

Accepted Answer

A)  The wishes of the researcher. 
B)  The wishes of the research supervisor. 
C)  The capabilities of the researcher. 
D)  The data requirements of the research project, and the location of that data. 
A)  The wishes of the researcher. 
B)  The wishes of the research supervisor. 
C)  The capabilities of the researcher. 
D)  The data requirements of the research project, and the location of that data.

Question 20

Covert observation is observation that is carried out covertly, or secretly, observation that is carried out without the knowledge of those who are being observed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Data gathering techniques are part of the:

The use of observation as a data gathering method can generate:

Observation as a data gathering method can be used to generate both quantitative and qualitative data.

In general researchers engage in three kinds of observation. They are:

When you critique the use of observation in a research project you should consider the validity of the observation as a means of gathering data for that particular study. You should also consider the rigour with which the observation was designed, constructed and carried out.

The systematic collection of data is the collection of data in a methodical, consistent manner.

Using participant observation the researcher:

The fourth thing the researcher has to do is to:

The recorded observations are:

Participant observation is:

Data gathering techniques are part of the theoretical framework, the second framework in the four frameworks approach to the research project.

The record of the observation made by the researcher is:

In a semi-structured observation the researcher:

The data gathered must be able to respond to the research question, they must be able to explain in some way the phenomenon under investigation.

What kind of data can be produced in an observation study?

When designing an observation study, it is important to be sure to begin with that observation is an appropriate data gathering method for the study.

When the observation data has been gathered, it is:

The second thing the researcher has to do is to:

The decision to use observation, as with all decisions regarding the data collection method(s) to be used, is taken in response to:

Covert observation is observation that is carried out covertly, or secretly, observation that is carried out without the knowledge of those who are being observed.

Introducing Business Research

Developing Research Skills

Understanding Research Ethics

Understanding Research Philosophy

Developing a Research Proposal

Reviewing the Literature

Understanding Research Methodology and Design

Understanding Research Methods, Populations and Sampling

Using Secondary Data and Archival Sources

Using Interviews and Focus Groups

Using Questionnaires and Scales

Managing Data and Introducing Data Analysis

Analysing Quantitative Data

Analysing Qualitative Data

Drawing Conclusions and Writing Research

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Exam 10: Using Observation

Data gathering techniques are part of the:

The use of observation as a data gathering method can generate:

Observation as a data gathering method can be used to generate both quantitative and qualitative data.

In general researchers engage in three kinds of observation. They are:

When you critique the use of observation in a research project you should consider the validity of the observation as a means of gathering data for that particular study. You should also consider the rigour with which the observation was designed, constructed and carried out.

The systematic collection of data is the collection of data in a methodical, consistent manner.

Using participant observation the researcher:

The fourth thing the researcher has to do is to:

The recorded observations are:

Participant observation is:

Data gathering techniques are part of the theoretical framework, the second framework in the four frameworks approach to the research project.

The record of the observation made by the researcher is:

In a semi-structured observation the researcher:

The data gathered must be able to respond to the research question, they must be able to explain in some way the phenomenon under investigation.

What kind of data can be produced in an observation study?

When designing an observation study, it is important to be sure to begin with that observation is an appropriate data gathering method for the study.

When the observation data has been gathered, it is:

The second thing the researcher has to do is to:

The decision to use observation, as with all decisions regarding the data collection method(s) to be used, is taken in response to:

Covert observation is observation that is carried out covertly, or secretly, observation that is carried out without the knowledge of those who are being observed.

Introducing Business Research

Developing Research Skills

Understanding Research Ethics

Understanding Research Philosophy

Developing a Research Proposal

Reviewing the Literature

Understanding Research Methodology and Design

Understanding Research Methods, Populations and Sampling

Using Secondary Data and Archival Sources

Using Interviews and Focus Groups

Using Questionnaires and Scales

Managing Data and Introducing Data Analysis

Analysing Quantitative Data

Analysing Qualitative Data

Drawing Conclusions and Writing Research

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