Question 1

Questions of epistemology are:

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A) Quite difficult questions to answer. 
B) Questions about the nature of knowledge and the means of knowledge creation. 
C) Questions related to the science of social science research. 
D) Questions related to the letters that are written in relation to the research. 
A) Quite difficult questions to answer. 
B) Questions about the nature of knowledge and the means of knowledge creation. 
C) Questions related to the science of social science research. 
D) Questions related to the letters that are written in relation to the research.

Question 2

When beginning the process of developing a research proposal, what are the questions you must ask yourself?

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When beginning the process of developing

Question 3

Positivists perceive reality as being singular, objective and apart from human consciousness.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Positivism, Constructivism and Interpretivism are all fundamental philosophical frameworks in social research.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Positivists perceive reality as being multiple and unique to each individual.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Social constructionsim holds that:

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A) Social phenomena develop in social contexts and that individuals and groups create in part their own realities. 
B) There is one objective reality. 
C) The research project is socially constructed by the researcher. 
D) There is one reality; it is singular and separate from consciousness. 
A) Social phenomena develop in social contexts and that individuals and groups create in part their own realities. 
B) There is one objective reality. 
C) The research project is socially constructed by the researcher. 
D) There is one reality; it is singular and separate from consciousness.

Question 7

The conceptual framework is contained in:

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A) The literature review. 
B) The data analysis. 
C) The research statement or question. 
D) The conclusions and recommendations. 
A) The literature review. 
B) The data analysis. 
C) The research statement or question. 
D) The conclusions and recommendations.

Question 8

Name five of the philosophical frameworks commonly used in social research.

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Five of the philosophical fram

Question 9

Quantitative data is data in the form of:

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A) Visual images. 
B) Maps, drawings and cartoons. 
C) Impressions and understandings. 
D) Numbers, numerical data. 
A) Visual images. 
B) Maps, drawings and cartoons. 
C) Impressions and understandings. 
D) Numbers, numerical data.

Question 10

Embedded in each statement of methodology are assumptions about the nature of reality.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Questions about the nature of knowledge and the means of knowledge creation are epistemological questions.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Positivism, Constructivism and Interpretivism are:

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A) Data gathering methods. 
B) Data analysis techniques. 
C) Data management techniques. 
D) Fundamental philosophical frameworks 
A) Data gathering methods. 
B) Data analysis techniques. 
C) Data management techniques. 
D) Fundamental philosophical frameworks

Question 13

Interpretivism holds that all knowledge is a matter of interpretation.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Critical theory calls for a critical engagement with society and the way in which the structures in society privilege some groups over others.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Feminism is also an intellectual and political movement that seeks justice and quality for women.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Interpretivism holds that:

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A) It is vital that the data gathered by interpreted. 
B) All knowledge is a matter of interpretation. 
C) Data interpretation is a specific skill. 
D) There is one objective reality. 
A) It is vital that the data gathered by interpreted. 
B) All knowledge is a matter of interpretation. 
C) Data interpretation is a specific skill. 
D) There is one objective reality.

Question 17

The five basic elements of the research process are theoretical perspective, epistemology, ontology, methodology and methods.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Our choice and use of particular methodologies and methods relate to the assumptions about reality that we bring to our work and consequently to our theoretical perspective.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

In the methodological pyramid:

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A) Explains how to use the different methodologies in the research project. 
B) Demonstrates the key parameters of the different methodologies. 
C) The fundamental philosophies support the research methodologies which in turn support the data collection methods. 
D) Is the fundamental philosophical framework of the research project. 
A) Explains how to use the different methodologies in the research project. 
B) Demonstrates the key parameters of the different methodologies. 
C) The fundamental philosophies support the research methodologies which in turn support the data collection methods. 
D) Is the fundamental philosophical framework of the research project.

Question 20

Each step in the research process, as designed by the researcher, should fit with, the purpose and focus of the research.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Questions of epistemology are:

When beginning the process of developing a research proposal, what are the questions you must ask yourself?

Positivists perceive reality as being singular, objective and apart from human consciousness.

Positivism, Constructivism and Interpretivism are all fundamental philosophical frameworks in social research.

Positivists perceive reality as being multiple and unique to each individual.

Social constructionsim holds that:

The conceptual framework is contained in:

Name five of the philosophical frameworks commonly used in social research.

Quantitative data is data in the form of:

Embedded in each statement of methodology are assumptions about the nature of reality.

Questions about the nature of knowledge and the means of knowledge creation are epistemological questions.

Positivism, Constructivism and Interpretivism are:

Interpretivism holds that all knowledge is a matter of interpretation.

Critical theory calls for a critical engagement with society and the way in which the structures in society privilege some groups over others.

Feminism is also an intellectual and political movement that seeks justice and quality for women.

Interpretivism holds that:

The five basic elements of the research process are theoretical perspective, epistemology, ontology, methodology and methods.

Our choice and use of particular methodologies and methods relate to the assumptions about reality that we bring to our work and consequently to our theoretical perspective.

In the methodological pyramid:

Each step in the research process, as designed by the researcher, should fit with, the purpose and focus of the research.

Introducing Business Research

Developing Research Skills

Understanding Research Ethics

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 Observation

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 4: Understanding Research Philosophy

Questions of epistemology are:

When beginning the process of developing a research proposal, what are the questions you must ask yourself?

Positivists perceive reality as being singular, objective and apart from human consciousness.

Positivism, Constructivism and Interpretivism are all fundamental philosophical frameworks in social research.

Positivists perceive reality as being multiple and unique to each individual.

Social constructionsim holds that:

The conceptual framework is contained in:

Name five of the philosophical frameworks commonly used in social research.

Quantitative data is data in the form of:

Embedded in each statement of methodology are assumptions about the nature of reality.

Questions about the nature of knowledge and the means of knowledge creation are epistemological questions.

Positivism, Constructivism and Interpretivism are:

Interpretivism holds that all knowledge is a matter of interpretation.

Critical theory calls for a critical engagement with society and the way in which the structures in society privilege some groups over others.

Feminism is also an intellectual and political movement that seeks justice and quality for women.

Interpretivism holds that:

The five basic elements of the research process are theoretical perspective, epistemology, ontology, methodology and methods.

Our choice and use of particular methodologies and methods relate to the assumptions about reality that we bring to our work and consequently to our theoretical perspective.

In the methodological pyramid:

Each step in the research process, as designed by the researcher, should fit with, the purpose and focus of the research.

Introducing Business Research

Developing Research Skills

Understanding Research Ethics

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 Observation

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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