Question 1

Because of their philosophical differences,qualitative and quantitative methods are inherently incompatible.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true about the phases of the research process in mixed methods studies?

Accepted Answer

A)  Data collection methods are determined during the problem formulation phase. 
B)  Data collection methods are determined during the study design phase. 
C)  The research question is posed during the study design phase. 
D)  The sequence of the problem formulation phase depends on whether qualitative or quantitative methods are emphasized. 
A)  Data collection methods are determined during the problem formulation phase. 
B)  Data collection methods are determined during the study design phase. 
C)  The research question is posed during the study design phase. 
D)  The sequence of the problem formulation phase depends on whether qualitative or quantitative methods are emphasized. B

Question 3

Explain the differences between quantitative and qualitative research methods.

Accepted Answer

Quantitative research methods involve the collection and analysis of numerical data, often through the use of surveys, experiments, or statistical analysis. This type of research focuses on measuring and quantifying relationships and patterns, and often seeks to establish cause-and-effect relationships. Quantitative research is often used to test hypotheses and make generalizations about a population.

On the other hand, qualitative research methods involve the collection and analysis of non-numerical data, such as interviews, observations, or textual analysis. This type of research focuses on understanding the meaning and context of human experiences, behaviors, and interactions. Qualitative research seeks to explore and interpret complex phenomena, often in natural settings, and aims to generate rich, detailed descriptions and explanations.

In summary, the main differences between quantitative and qualitative research methods lie in the types of data collected, the methods of analysis used, and the underlying philosophical assumptions about the nature of knowledge and reality. While quantitative research emphasizes objectivity, generalizability, and numerical data, qualitative research emphasizes subjectivity, contextuality, and rich, in-depth understanding. Both approaches have their strengths and limitations, and researchers often choose the method that best aligns with their research questions and objectives.

Question 4

When we want to verify whether a cause produces an effect in general,we are more likely to use quantitative methods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Discuss the possible research purposes guiding the choice between the exploratory sequential mixed methods design versus the explanatory sequential mixed methods design.

Accepted Answer

The choice between an exploratory sequen

Question 6

Which of the following statements is true about quantitative and qualitative methods?

Accepted Answer

A)  Qualitative research can sometimes pave the way for quantitative studies on the same subject. 
B)  Quantitative research generally should come before qualitative studies on the same subject. 
C)  Qualitative studies need to be followed by quantitative studies before the results can be sufficient. 
D)  Quantitative studies need to be followed by qualitative studies before the results can be sufficient. 
A)  Qualitative research can sometimes pave the way for quantitative studies on the same subject. 
B)  Quantitative research generally should come before qualitative studies on the same subject. 
C)  Qualitative studies need to be followed by quantitative studies before the results can be sufficient. 
D)  Quantitative studies need to be followed by qualitative studies before the results can be sufficient.

Question 7

Which of the following statements best typifies a mixed methods study?

Accepted Answer

A)  A study that ends with a qualitative method but emphasizes a quantitative method. 
B)  A study that emphasizes a qualitative method and implements it concurrently with a quantitative method. 
C)  A study that has an equal emphasis on a qualitative and a quantitative method but does not implement them both concurrently. 
D)  All of these are equally likely to be called a mixed methods study. 
A)  A study that ends with a qualitative method but emphasizes a quantitative method. 
B)  A study that emphasizes a qualitative method and implements it concurrently with a quantitative method. 
C)  A study that has an equal emphasis on a qualitative and a quantitative method but does not implement them both concurrently. 
D)  All of these are equally likely to be called a mixed methods study.

Question 8

Which of the following statements is true about the data interpretation phase in mixed methods studies?

Accepted Answer

A)  An appropriate data analysis will always provide only one possible correct interpretation. 
B)  Judgments about the meaning of the findings are inappropriate. 
C)  Some proper data analyses yield findings that could be interpreted by rival explanations. 
D)  Good studies never need to have methodological limitations mentioned during the data interpretation phase. 
A)  An appropriate data analysis will always provide only one possible correct interpretation. 
B)  Judgments about the meaning of the findings are inappropriate. 
C)  Some proper data analyses yield findings that could be interpreted by rival explanations. 
D)  Good studies never need to have methodological limitations mentioned during the data interpretation phase.

Question 9

Which of the following statements best typifies a mixed methods study?

Accepted Answer

A)  A study that uses more then one type of quantitative method. 
B)  A study that uses more then one type of qualitative method. 
C)  A study that combines a qualitative method with a quantitative method. 
D)  All of these are equally likely to be called a mixed methods study. . 
A)  A study that uses more then one type of quantitative method. 
B)  A study that uses more then one type of qualitative method. 
C)  A study that combines a qualitative method with a quantitative method. 
D)  All of these are equally likely to be called a mixed methods study. .

Question 10

Qualitative research methods are compatible with quantitative research methods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following statements is true about quantitative and qualitative methods?

Accepted Answer

A)  Quantitative studies are more likely than qualitative studies to be more generalizable. 
B)  Qualitative studies are more likely than quantitative studies to be more generalizable. 
C)  Qualitative studies tend to have less contextual detail than quantitative studies. 
D)  Quantitative studies are more likely than qualitative studies to use grounded theory. 
A)  Quantitative studies are more likely than qualitative studies to be more generalizable. 
B)  Qualitative studies are more likely than quantitative studies to be more generalizable. 
C)  Qualitative studies tend to have less contextual detail than quantitative studies. 
D)  Quantitative studies are more likely than qualitative studies to use grounded theory.

Question 12

Qualitative research methods are more likely to tap the deeper meanings of human experiences.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The key feature of the social justice mixed methods design is the requirement that qualitative inquiry must precede quantitative inquiry.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following statements is true about quantitative and qualitative methods?

Accepted Answer

A)  Data analysis in quantitative studies is likely to be more time-consuming than in qualitative studies. 
B)  The data analysis phase in qualitative studies tends to involve about the same amount of labor intensiveness and time as in quantitative studies. 
C)  Data analysis in qualitative studies is likely to be more time-consuming than in quantitative studies. 
D)  The data analysis phase in quantitative studies is more likely to involve a search for patterns and meanings in narratives than in qualitative studies. . 
A)  Data analysis in quantitative studies is likely to be more time-consuming than in qualitative studies. 
B)  The data analysis phase in qualitative studies tends to involve about the same amount of labor intensiveness and time as in quantitative studies. 
C)  Data analysis in qualitative studies is likely to be more time-consuming than in quantitative studies. 
D)  The data analysis phase in quantitative studies is more likely to involve a search for patterns and meanings in narratives than in qualitative studies. .

Question 15

Qualitative methods:

Accepted Answer

A)  Emphasize precise and generalizable statistical findings. 
B)  Are likely to tap deeper meanings. 
C)  Cannot be combined with quantitative methods in the same study. 
D)  Eschew objectivity entirely. 
A)  Emphasize precise and generalizable statistical findings. 
B)  Are likely to tap deeper meanings. 
C)  Cannot be combined with quantitative methods in the same study. 
D)  Eschew objectivity entirely.

Question 16

Qualitative methods emphasize precise and generalizable statistical findings.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following statements best typifies a mixed methods study?

Accepted Answer

A)  A study that begins with a qualitative method but emphasizes a quantitative method. 
B)  A study that emphasizes a qualitative method but begins with a quantitative method. 
C)  A study that has an equal emphasis on a qualitative and a quantitative method and implements them concurrently. 
D)  All of these are equally likely to be called a mixed methods study. . 
A)  A study that begins with a qualitative method but emphasizes a quantitative method. 
B)  A study that emphasizes a qualitative method but begins with a quantitative method. 
C)  A study that has an equal emphasis on a qualitative and a quantitative method and implements them concurrently. 
D)  All of these are equally likely to be called a mixed methods study. .

Question 18

Which of the following statements is true about the phases of the research process in mixed methods studies?

Accepted Answer

A)  The problem formulation phase comes first. 
B)  The problem formulation phase comes third. 
C)  The first phase is designing the study. 
D)  None of these. 
A)  The problem formulation phase comes first. 
B)  The problem formulation phase comes third. 
C)  The first phase is designing the study. 
D)  None of these.

Question 19

Some research studies can combine the use of qualitative methods with the use of quantitative methods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following statements is true about quantitative and qualitative methods?

Accepted Answer

A)  Quantitative studies are always deductive. 
B)  Quantitative studies always involve large samples. 
C)  Some quantitative studies are inductive and involve small samples. 
D)  Qualitative studies are usually deductive. 
A)  Quantitative studies are always deductive. 
B)  Quantitative studies always involve large samples. 
C)  Some quantitative studies are inductive and involve small samples. 
D)  Qualitative studies are usually deductive.

Because of their philosophical differences,qualitative and quantitative methods are inherently incompatible.

Which of the following statements is true about the phases of the research process in mixed methods studies?

Explain the differences between quantitative and qualitative research methods.

When we want to verify whether a cause produces an effect in general,we are more likely to use quantitative methods.

Discuss the possible research purposes guiding the choice between the exploratory sequential mixed methods design versus the explanatory sequential mixed methods design.

Which of the following statements is true about quantitative and qualitative methods?

Which of the following statements best typifies a mixed methods study?

Which of the following statements is true about the data interpretation phase in mixed methods studies?

Which of the following statements best typifies a mixed methods study?

Qualitative research methods are compatible with quantitative research methods.

Which of the following statements is true about quantitative and qualitative methods?

Qualitative research methods are more likely to tap the deeper meanings of human experiences.

The key feature of the social justice mixed methods design is the requirement that qualitative inquiry must precede quantitative inquiry.

Which of the following statements is true about quantitative and qualitative methods?

Qualitative methods:

Qualitative methods emphasize precise and generalizable statistical findings.

Which of the following statements best typifies a mixed methods study?

Which of the following statements is true about the phases of the research process in mixed methods studies?

Some research studies can combine the use of qualitative methods with the use of quantitative methods.

Which of the following statements is true about quantitative and qualitative methods?

Why Study Research

Evidence-Based Practice

Factors Influencing the Research Process

Ethical Issues in Social Work Research

Culturally Competent Research

Problem Formulation

Measurement in Quantitative and Qualitative Inquiry

Quantitative and Qualitative Measurement Instruments

Surveys

Sampling: Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches

Experiments and Quasi-Experiments

Single-Case Evaluation Designs

Program Evaluation

Additional Methods in Qualitative Inquiry

Analyzing Available Records: Quantitative and Qualitative Methods

Quantitative Data Analysis

Qualitative Data Analysis

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Exam 3: Quantitative, qualitative, and Mixed Methods of Inquiry

Because of their philosophical differences,qualitative and quantitative methods are inherently incompatible.

Which of the following statements is true about the phases of the research process in mixed methods studies?

Explain the differences between quantitative and qualitative research methods.

When we want to verify whether a cause produces an effect in general,we are more likely to use quantitative methods.

Discuss the possible research purposes guiding the choice between the exploratory sequential mixed methods design versus the explanatory sequential mixed methods design.

Which of the following statements is true about quantitative and qualitative methods?

Which of the following statements best typifies a mixed methods study?

Which of the following statements is true about the data interpretation phase in mixed methods studies?

Which of the following statements best typifies a mixed methods study?

Qualitative research methods are compatible with quantitative research methods.

Which of the following statements is true about quantitative and qualitative methods?

Qualitative research methods are more likely to tap the deeper meanings of human experiences.

The key feature of the social justice mixed methods design is the requirement that qualitative inquiry must precede quantitative inquiry.

Which of the following statements is true about quantitative and qualitative methods?

Qualitative methods:

Qualitative methods emphasize precise and generalizable statistical findings.

Which of the following statements best typifies a mixed methods study?

Which of the following statements is true about the phases of the research process in mixed methods studies?

Some research studies can combine the use of qualitative methods with the use of quantitative methods.

Which of the following statements is true about quantitative and qualitative methods?

Why Study Research

Evidence-Based Practice

Factors Influencing the Research Process

Ethical Issues in Social Work Research

Culturally Competent Research

Problem Formulation

Measurement in Quantitative and Qualitative Inquiry

Quantitative and Qualitative Measurement Instruments

Surveys

Sampling: Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches

Experiments and Quasi-Experiments

Single-Case Evaluation Designs

Program Evaluation

Additional Methods in Qualitative Inquiry

Analyzing Available Records: Quantitative and Qualitative Methods

Quantitative Data Analysis

Qualitative Data Analysis

Filters