Question 1

Which one of the following is not a strength of the mixed method approach?

Accepted Answer

A)  A researcher does not have to conform to just a single methodology. 
B)  It can generate insights missed by the other method not chosen. 
C)  It can potentially provide a more complete understanding of a very complicated phenomenon. 
D)  It is a method that will have more scientific credibility and value. 
A)  A researcher does not have to conform to just a single methodology. 
B)  It can generate insights missed by the other method not chosen. 
C)  It can potentially provide a more complete understanding of a very complicated phenomenon. 
D)  It is a method that will have more scientific credibility and value. D

Question 2

How are cases or subjects in a study chosen in the mixed methods approach?

Accepted Answer

In a mixed methods approach, which combines both quantitative and qualitative research methods, the selection of cases or subjects for a study is guided by the research questions and objectives, as well as the specific design of the study. Here are some considerations for choosing cases or subjects in a mixed methods study:

1. **Purposeful Sampling**: In qualitative components of mixed methods research, researchers often use purposeful sampling to select information-rich cases that can provide in-depth understanding. This means choosing participants who have specific characteristics or experiences relevant to the study's research questions.

2. **Random Sampling**: In the quantitative components, researchers might use random sampling to select subjects in a way that allows for generalization of results to a larger population. This involves randomly choosing participants from a larger pool so that every individual has an equal chance of being included in the study.

3. **Stratified Sampling**: To ensure representation across key subgroups, researchers may use stratified sampling. This involves dividing the population into subgroups (strata) and then randomly selecting samples from each stratum.

4. **Convenience Sampling**: Sometimes, due to practical constraints, researchers might choose subjects who are readily available or convenient to access. While this is not ideal for generalizability, it can be acceptable depending on the research goals and the nature of the study.

5. **Theoretical Sampling**: In studies using a grounded theory approach within their qualitative component, theoretical sampling is used. This means that the selection of subjects is guided by the emerging theory; researchers make decisions about where to find data next based on their developing understanding.

6. **Snowball Sampling**: Researchers may also use snowball sampling, particularly when looking for subjects with specific characteristics or experiences that are hard to find. Current study participants refer future participants from among their acquaintances.

7. **Quota Sampling**: This non-probability sampling technique is used to ensure that the sample represents certain characteristics of the population. Researchers decide on the exact proportions of certain types of individuals to include.

8. **Maximum Variation Sampling**: To capture a wide range of perspectives, researchers may seek maximum variation in their sample. This involves intentionally seeking out subjects with diverse characteristics related to the topic of interest.

9. **Nested Sampling**: In some mixed methods designs, researchers might have a nested sample where a subset of the quantitative sample is also included in the qualitative sample. This allows for deeper exploration of certain phenomena or results.

10. **Integrated Sampling**: In some advanced mixed methods designs, sampling decisions are made to facilitate integration at the design level. For example, the same individuals might be included in both qualitative and quantitative parts of the study, or the qualitative sample might be drawn from different levels of a quantitative variable (e.g., high, medium, and low scorers).

The choice of sampling strategy in mixed methods research is crucial and should align with the study's theoretical framework, research questions, and practical considerations such as time, resources, and access to participants. Researchers must also consider ethical issues, ensuring that the sample is selected fairly and that participants are treated with respect throughout the research process.

Question 3

The conversion of qualitative data into numbers cannot add precision to the measurement of the variable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

In which research topic should the mixed methods approach be most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

A)  The development of the theory of relativity. 
B)  The issue of student development among international students. 
C)  The impact of speed limit on fuel efficiency of automobiles. 
D)  The relationship between high school grade-point-average and college grade-point-average. 
A)  The development of the theory of relativity. 
B)  The issue of student development among international students. 
C)  The impact of speed limit on fuel efficiency of automobiles. 
D)  The relationship between high school grade-point-average and college grade-point-average.

Question 5

In the mixed methods research, complementarity is using the results of one approach to inform the other approach.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The mixed methods approach is suitable when

Accepted Answer

A)  the phenomenon to be studied needs to have very strong external validity. 
B)  considerable apriori knowledge is already known about a phenomenon to be examined. 
C)  confirmatory and exploratory evidence add to the study. 
D)  causal linkages need to be established among variables. 
A)  the phenomenon to be studied needs to have very strong external validity. 
B)  considerable apriori knowledge is already known about a phenomenon to be examined. 
C)  confirmatory and exploratory evidence add to the study. 
D)  causal linkages need to be established among variables.

Question 7

It is not possible to convert quantitative data into qualitative information due to the requirements of context.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Indicators of design quality in mixed methods research include all of the following except

Accepted Answer

A)  Appropriateness of the methods for answering the research question. 
B)  The quality and rigor with which procedures are implemented. 
C)  The fit and logic of the various components. 
D)  The consistency of inferences with theory. 
A)  Appropriateness of the methods for answering the research question. 
B)  The quality and rigor with which procedures are implemented. 
C)  The fit and logic of the various components. 
D)  The consistency of inferences with theory.

Question 9

The mixed methods approach has become more appealing as a research method due to

Accepted Answer

A)  the compatibility between the qualitative and quantitative approaches when both are used in a study. 
B)  its pragmatic nature to seek meaningful answers to a complicated phenonemon. 
C)  a high level of agreement among researchers on the philosophical underpinnings of the method 
D)  its ability to replace the qualitative and quantitative approaches to research. 
A)  the compatibility between the qualitative and quantitative approaches when both are used in a study. 
B)  its pragmatic nature to seek meaningful answers to a complicated phenonemon. 
C)  a high level of agreement among researchers on the philosophical underpinnings of the method 
D)  its ability to replace the qualitative and quantitative approaches to research.

Question 10

According to Teddlie and Tashakkori, the degree to which inferences might be applicable to other settings is called?

Accepted Answer

A)  Conceptual transferability 
B)  Temporal transferability 
C)  Ecological transferability 
D)  Population transferability 
A)  Conceptual transferability 
B)  Temporal transferability 
C)  Ecological transferability 
D)  Population transferability

Question 11

Which one of the following is not an important feature of the mixed methods approach to research?

Accepted Answer

A)  It seeks clarity and collaboration collaborations of the study's findings. 
B)  It seeks alternative interpretations. 
C)  It seeks to establish narratives as an important source of data. 
D)  It investigates commonalities and contradictions. 
E)  It expands the breadth and depth of a study. 
A)  It seeks clarity and collaboration collaborations of the study's findings. 
B)  It seeks alternative interpretations. 
C)  It seeks to establish narratives as an important source of data. 
D)  It investigates commonalities and contradictions. 
E)  It expands the breadth and depth of a study.

Question 12

An advantage of the embedded design (in which one form of data supports a second form) is that

Accepted Answer

A)  different data sets are mixed at the design level rather than in the data analytical sequence of events. 
B)  both qualitative and quantitative data may be required to add more meaningful and significance. 
C)  embedded qualitative or quantitative data can serve as a triangulation strategy for checking validity or data trustworthiness. 
D)  All of these. 
E)  None of these. 
A)  different data sets are mixed at the design level rather than in the data analytical sequence of events. 
B)  both qualitative and quantitative data may be required to add more meaningful and significance. 
C)  embedded qualitative or quantitative data can serve as a triangulation strategy for checking validity or data trustworthiness. 
D)  All of these. 
E)  None of these.

Question 13

Which one of the following is not a true statement about the mixed methods approach?

Accepted Answer

A)  The concept of "integration" is specifically aimed at resolving paradigmatic contradictions in enhancing the likelihood of greater generalizability. 
B)  The concept of "complementarity" involves elaboration, illustration, enhancement, and clarification of findings from one method to the other. 
C)  The concept of "development" uses the findings from one approach to develop and inform the other. 
D)  The concept of "initiation" is aimed at discovering paradoxes or contradictions in findings that might lead to reframing a theory. 
A)  The concept of "integration" is specifically aimed at resolving paradigmatic contradictions in enhancing the likelihood of greater generalizability. 
B)  The concept of "complementarity" involves elaboration, illustration, enhancement, and clarification of findings from one method to the other. 
C)  The concept of "development" uses the findings from one approach to develop and inform the other. 
D)  The concept of "initiation" is aimed at discovering paradoxes or contradictions in findings that might lead to reframing a theory.

Question 14

The mixed method approach involves the use of

Accepted Answer

A)  inductive reasoning. 
B)  deductive reasoning. 
C)  Both of these. 
D)  Neither of these. 
A)  inductive reasoning. 
B)  deductive reasoning. 
C)  Both of these. 
D)  Neither of these.

Question 15

The purpose of triangulation in the mixed methods approach to research is to

Accepted Answer

A)  forge the convergence of data collected from the different methods. 
B)  investigate patterns of consistencies and inconsistencies in the study's findings. 
C)  to understand a research problem using various data methods, time dimensions, and paradigms. 
D)  All of these. 
A)  forge the convergence of data collected from the different methods. 
B)  investigate patterns of consistencies and inconsistencies in the study's findings. 
C)  to understand a research problem using various data methods, time dimensions, and paradigms. 
D)  All of these.

Question 16

Expansion in mixed methods uses different methods to enhance the breadth and range of the study.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

What would be two of the major strengths of the mixed methods approach to research?

Accepted Answer

Two of the major strengths of the mixed

Question 18

Which one of the following is not a variation of the mixed methods approach?

Accepted Answer

A)  The mono-method design 
B)  The multi-method design 
C)  The mixed model 
D)  The multivariate model 
A)  The mono-method design 
B)  The multi-method design 
C)  The mixed model 
D)  The multivariate model

Question 19

What would be the two major weaknesses or limitations associated with the mixed methods approach?

Accepted Answer

The two major weaknesses or limitations

Question 20

Explain how data in the mixed methods approach might be analyzed,

Accepted Answer

In a mixed methods approach, data can be

Exam 19: Mixed Methods Research

Which one of the following is not a strength of the mixed method approach?

How are cases or subjects in a study chosen in the mixed methods approach?

The conversion of qualitative data into numbers cannot add precision to the measurement of the variable.

In which research topic should the mixed methods approach be most appropriate?

In the mixed methods research, complementarity is using the results of one approach to inform the other approach.

The mixed methods approach is suitable when

It is not possible to convert quantitative data into qualitative information due to the requirements of context.

Indicators of design quality in mixed methods research include all of the following except

The mixed methods approach has become more appealing as a research method due to

According to Teddlie and Tashakkori, the degree to which inferences might be applicable to other settings is called?

Which one of the following is not an important feature of the mixed methods approach to research?

An advantage of the embedded design (in which one form of data supports a second form) is that

Which one of the following is not a true statement about the mixed methods approach?

The mixed method approach involves the use of

The purpose of triangulation in the mixed methods approach to research is to

Expansion in mixed methods uses different methods to enhance the breadth and range of the study.

What would be two of the major strengths of the mixed methods approach to research?

Which one of the following is not a variation of the mixed methods approach?

What would be the two major weaknesses or limitations associated with the mixed methods approach?

Explain how data in the mixed methods approach might be analyzed,

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