Module 7 Previous Year Questions:
Q1) Potential idea for innovation is tested at the stage of:
A) Advocacy & screening
B) Experimentation
C) Idea generation & mobilization
D) Commercialization
Answer Key:
B) Experimentation
Q2) Divergent thinking is characterised by:
(A). Flexibility
(B). Fluency
(C). Originality
(D). Open Mindedness
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A) (A), (B) and (D) only.
B) (A), (B) and (C) only.
C) (A), (B), (C) and (D).
D) (B), (C) and (D) only.
Answer Key:
C) (A), (B), (C) and (D).
Q3) At which stage of development of team, the procedure for conflicts, decisions etc. are finalised?
A) Storming stage
B) Performing stage
C) Norming stage
D) Forming stage
Answer Key:
C) Norming stage
Q4) Brain storming involves:
A) Generation of ideas
B) Generation of ideas with deferred evaluation
C) Selection of ideas
D) Selection of ideas without evaluation
Answer Key:
B) Generation of ideas with deferred evaluation
Q5) Which of the technique(s) is/are used for gaining insight into customer’s needs and experience?
(A). Drafting personas
(B). Empathy maps
(C). Journey maps
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A) (A) and (C) only.
B) (A) only.
C) (A), (B) and (C).
D) (C) only.
Answer Key:
C) (A), (B) and (C).
Q6) Arrange the following steps involved in the Creative Process in a sequence:
(A). Verification and Application
(B). Problem finding or sensing
(C). Preparation or Immersion
(D). Illumination or Insight
(E). Incubation or Gestation
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A) (D), (B), (C), (E), (A).
B) (E), (B), (C), (D), (A).
C) (B), (C), (E), (D), (A).
D) (C), (B), (D), (E), (A).
Answer Key:
C) (B), (C), (E), (D), (A).
Q7) Creative problem solving is required when problem is:
A) Ill-Structured
B) Simple
C) Structured
D) Routine
Answer Key:
A) Ill-Structured
Q8) Which of the following is an example of primary source of information?
A) Dissertation
B) Directory of Open Access Journals
C) Encyclopaedia of Education
D) Book
Answer Key:
A) Dissertation
Q9) The stages involved in the Design thinking process are:
(A). Create
(B). Define
(C). Discover
(D). Evaluate
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A) (B), (A), (C), (D).
B) (C), (B), (A), (D).
C) (C), (A), (B), (D).
D) (C), (B), (D), (A).
Answer Key:
B) (C), (B), (A), (D).
Q10) Which of the following technique of Idea Generation provides a framework to help Head of Department think about problems in varying levels of generality and detail?
A) Imagery Trek
B) Ladder of Abstraction
C) Morphological Analysis
D) Relational Algorithm
Answer Key:
B) Ladder of Abstraction
Q11) Leader can motivate and inspire team members only when he/she:
(A). Walks the talk
(B). Sets clear goals
(C). Recognises individuality
(D). Praises the members
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A) (A), (B) and (D) only.
B) (A), (C) and (D) only.
C) (A), (B), (C) and (D).
D) (B), (C) and (D) only.
Answer Key:
C) (A), (B), (C) and (D).
Q12) In design thinking process, prototype is developed at the stage of:
A) Discover
B) Define
C) Create
D) Evaluate
Answer Key:
C) Create
Q13) Research suggests that having R&D teams at multiple sites:
A) Increases effectiveness
B) Has no effect on productivity
C) Decreases productivity
D) Increases productivity
Answer Key:
C) Decreases productivity
Q14) Which one of the following is a Focusing technique?
A) ALUo
B) Attribute listing
C) Forced fitting
D) Imagery trek
Answer Key:
A) ALUo
Q15) Creative person is characterised by:
(A). Ability to abstract
(B). Enthusiasm about work
(C). Originality
(D). Willingness to take risks
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A) (A), (B) and (D) only.
B) (A), (B), (C) and (D).
C) (A), (B) and (C) only.
D) (B), (C) and (D) only.
Answer Key:
B) (A), (B), (C) and (D).
Q16) Which one of the following is an example of incremental innovation?
A) Artificial intelligence
B) Video recording facility in mobile phone
C) Cloud computing
D) Virtual reality
Answer Key:
B) Video recording facility in mobile phone
Q17) The steps involved in the process of creative problem solving include the following
i. Identify apparent problem
ii. Define the real problem
iii. Create alternate solutions
iv. Seek and analyse the causes
v. Select the best option
vi. Implement
vii. Plan a course of action
The correct sequence of these steps is
A) i – ii – iv – iii – v – vi – vii
B) i – iv – ii – iii – v – vii – vi
C) ii – i – iii – iv – v – vi – vii
D) ii – i – iv – iii – v – vi – vii
Answer Key:
B) i – iv – ii – iii – v – vii – vi
Q18) One of the factors that determine cohesion in team is:
A) Clarity of purpose
B) Assigning tasks as per the capabilities of members
C) Sense of belongingness
D) Balance of members’ contribution
Answer Key:
C) Sense of belongingness
Q19) Standards of behaviour, procedures for decision making etc. are finalized at the stage of:
A) Forming
B) Storming
C) Norming
D) Performing
Answer Key:
C) Norming
Q20) Which of the following is NOT a principle that determine the success of a team?
A) Complimentary skills
B) Clarity of vision
C) Guarding of self-interest by members
D) Clarity of approach
Answer Key:
C) Guarding of self-interest by members
Q21) Which of the following is a technique of Focusing in Creative Problem solving
A) Brain writing
B) Evaluation matrix
C) Forced Fitting
D) Imagery Trek
Answer Key:
B) Evaluation matrix
Q22) Which of the following consideration(s) is/are taken into account when distributing tasks to team members?
(A). Age
(B). Availability
(C). Capability
(D). Communication skills
(E). Position
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A) (A), (B) and (D) only.
B) (B) and (C) only.
C) (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E).
D) (D) and (E) only.
Answer Key:
B) (B) and (C) only.
Q23) Design thinking involves the stages of:
i. Define
ii. Discover
iii. Evaluate
iv. Create
The correct sequence of these stages is:
A) ii – i – iv – iii
B) i – ii – iv – iii
C) i – ii – iii – iv
D) ii – i – iii – iv
Answer Key:
A) ii – i – iv – iii
Q24) Which of the following are the characteristics of a Product of creativity?
1. Novel
2. Adaptive to reality
3. Solve a problem
A) 1 & 2 only
B) 1, 2 & 3
C) 2 & 3 only
D) 1 & 3 only
Answer Key:
B) 1, 2 & 3
Q25) If you are interested in finding out a score below which and above which fifty percent of the cases lie in a class, you will find out the:
A) Range
B) Mean
C) Mode
D) Median
Answer Key:
D) Median
Q26) In the scientific method of research, inductive reasoning helps in:
A) Generating hypothesis
B) Selecting samples
C) Selecting methodology
D) Selecting statistical techniques
Answer Key:
A) Generating hypothesis
Q27) By collating information before commencing the writing part of the literature review, the researcher ensures that the:
A) coding system can be interpreted
B) direct quotations have been written accurately
C) information is relevant to the research problem
D) information is written on the note cards
Answer Key:
C) information is relevant to the research problem
Q28) While evaluating a research problem for its worthwhileness, the researcher must ask following question(s)?
(A). Do you have the necessary funds for the research?
(B). Will you be able to complete it within the time available?
(C). Will the results advance knowledge?
(D). Will the results be of interest to others?
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A) (A), (B) and (D) only.
B) (A) and (B) only.
C) (A), (B), (C) and (D).
D) (C) and (D) only.
Answer Key:
D) (C) and (D) only.
Q29) Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Ex-post Facto research?
A) Data is collected after the presumed cause has occurred
B) May result in many plausible causes
C) Involves manipulation of independent variable
D) Random assignment to groups is not possible.
Answer Key:
C) Involves manipulation of independent variable
Q30) Which one of the following is a NULL hypothesis?
A) There is significant difference in the readiness level of boys and girls for MOOCs.
B) Girls are significantly more ready than boys for MOOCs.
C) Boys are significantly more ready than girls for MOOCs
D) There exist no significant difference in the readiness level of boys and girls for MOOCs
Answer Key:
D) There exist no significant difference in the readiness level of boys and girls for MOOCs
Q31) When writing a hypothesis, a researcher must meet several criteria. Which of the following criteria does NOT complete the statement?
The hypothesis should:
A) indicate the relationship between variables
B) include all variables in the problem
C) be written prior to the collection of data
D) be clearly written as a statement
Answer Key:
B) include all variables in the problem
Q32) While writing dissertation or research report, the step ‘Describe Methodology of Research’ includes:
A) Selecting sample, selecting instruments, selecting research design, methods of analysis to be used and the procedure for conducting research
B) Selecting research design, administering instruments, and the procedure for conducting research
C) Defining variables in the problems, selecting sample, selecting instruments, and the procedure of conducting research
D) Generating hypotheses, selecting research design, selecting sample, and the procedure for conducting research
Answer Key:
A) Selecting sample, selecting instruments, selecting research design, methods of analysis to be used and the procedure for conducting research
Q33) The statement that describes the characteristics of research, is:
A) Research makes use of both inductive and deductive reasoning
B) Research is systematic
C) Research is systematic and employs a scientific method of inquiry.
D) Research is cyclic
Answer Key:
C) Research is systematic and employs a scientific method of inquiry.
Q34) Detailed explanation about the experimental set-up forms part of:
A) Introduction
B) Review of Related Literature
C) Research Methodology
D) Summary & Conclusions
Answer Key:
C) Research Methodology
Q35) Prediction studies are part of:
A) Descriptive research
B) Correlational research
C) Ex-post Facto research
D) Experimental research
Answer Key:
B) Correlational research
Q36) If the population is homogeneous and consists of only female students, researcher can prefer:
A) Simple random sampling
B) Stratified sampling
C) Cluster sampling
D) Purposive sampling
Answer Key:
A) Simple random sampling
Q37) The question “What strategies are adopted by a top ranking institution to undertake international R&D projects” can be answered through:
A) Survey research
B) Correlation research
C) Case study research
D) Ex-post Facto research
Answer Key:
C) Case study research
Q38) The variable that is manipulated in an experimental research is reffered to as”
A) Control variable
B) Dependent variable
C) Extraneous variable
D) Independent variable
Answer Key:
D) Independent variable
Q39) Which of the following is a preliminary source of information?
A) Journal Article
B) Index of Current Journals
C) Encyclopaedia
D) Dissertation
Answer Key:
B) Index of Current Journals
Q40) For abstracting information from various sources of information, researcher should:
A) Abstract information as per convenience
B) Abstract information that is easy to comprehend
C) Decide the order in which the sources of information are to be accessed
D) Decide about what information is to be included to facilitate synthesis of information
Answer Key:
D) Decide about what information is to be included to facilitate synthesis of information
Q41) What does a good thesis involve?
i) Reducing punctuations as well as grammatical errors to minimalist
ii) Correct reference citations
iii) Consistency in the way of thesis writing
iv) Well defined abstract
Select the answers from the options given below:
A) ii, iii and iv
B) i, ii, iii and iv
C) i, ii and iii
D) i, ii and iv
Answer Key:
B) i, ii, iii and iv
Q42) Abstract in thesis forms a part of:
A) Reference materials
B) Introduction
C) Preliminary material
D) Body of the Report
Answer Key:
C) Preliminary material
Q43) The researcher need not delimit the time span for literature, if:
A) Vast body of literature is available
B) The concept has emerged in the recent past
C) Research has been carried in different settings
D) Research has included variety of variables
Answer Key:
B) The concept has emerged in the recent past
Q44) Which of the following does not correspond to characteristics of research?
A) Research is passive.
B) Research is systematic.
C) Research is always problem-oriented
D) Research is a process
Answer Key:
A) Research is passive.
Q45) “Teaching effectiveness of trained and untrained teachers” is an example of:
A) Ex-post Facto research
B) Correlation research
C) Experimental research
D) Survey research
Answer Key:
A) Ex-post Facto research
Q46) The most basic consideration for selecting units for a Case Study is to select units:
A) depending upon the nature of the data (qualitative/quantitative) to be collected
B) depending upon the method used for analysing data
C) that lead to the generalization of findings
D) that provide information on the desired dimensions
Answer Key:
D) that provide information on the desired dimensions
Q47) If your population for the study is scattered and the concentration of cases varies from one place to another, which of the following sampling technique would you prefer?
A) Simple random sampling
B) Snowball sampling
C) Stratified random sampling
D) Cluster sampling
Answer Key:
D) Cluster sampling
Q48) Which one among the following variables cannot be expressed in quantitative terms?
A) Numerical Aptitude
B) Achievement in science
C) Socio-economic Status
D) Professional Attitude
Answer Key:
D) Professional Attitude
Q49) Which of the following research study is concerned with determining the quality of question papers with respect to their validity?
A) Survey Research
B) Correlation Research
C) Content Analysis Research
D) Case Study Research
Answer Key:
C) Content Analysis Research
Q50) Which one of the following qualifies for ex-post facto research?
A) Effect of industrial training on the problem solving ability and ability to work in teams of students.
B) Effect of qualification and type of institution attended on the teaching effectiveness of teachers.
C) Effect of remedial instruction on the achievement of students in applied mathematics
D) Effect of soft skill training on the interpersonal relationship skills.
Answer Key:
B) Effect of qualification and type of institution attended on the teaching effectiveness of teachers.
Q51) Which of the following is an example of preliminary source of information in research?
A) Dictionary of Education terms
B) Encyclopaedia of Education
C) Journal of Engineering Education
D) Handbook of Teacher Education
Answer Key:
A) Dictionary of Education terms
Q52) If you are interested in finding out a score below which and above which 50% of your student lie, you will calculate:
A) Mean
B) Median
C) Mode
D) Range
Answer Key:
B) Median
Q53) Which one of the following is the most reliable source of acquiring knowledge?
A) Expert Knowledge
B) Inductive reasoning
C) Deductive reasoning
D) Scientific method
Answer Key:
D) Scientific method
Q54) The question” Can the results of an experimental research be generalized to other settings” is related to:
A) Reliability
B) Internal validity
C) External validity
D) Practicality
Answer Key:
C) External validity
Q55) Which one of the following is NOT a secondary source of information?
A) Annotated bibliography
B) Encyclopaedia
C) Handbook
D) Conceptual paper
Answer Key:
A) Annotated bibliography
Q56) A research intends to explore the result of possible factors for the organization of effective working-day meal interventions. Which research method will be most appropriate for this study?
A) Descriptive Survey method
B) Historical method
C) Ex-post method
D) Experimental method
Answer Key:
C) Ex-post method
Q57) The purpose of correlation research is to:
A) Determine the status of conditions, resources etc.
B) Determine the relationship between two or more than two variables
C) Establish tentative cause and effect relationship
D) Establish true cause and effect relationship
Answer Key:
B) Determine the relationship between two or more than two variables
Q58) Which of the following item is a component of a Research Proposal?
A) Research question/hypothesis
B) Presentation of data
C) Descriptive results
D) Conclusions and recommendations
Answer Key:
A) Research question/hypothesis
Q59) Which of the following is an example of secondary source of information?
A) Book
B) Research article
C) Thesis
D) Research report
Answer Key:
A) Book
Q60) In order to pursue the research, which of the following is priorly required?
A) Developing a research design
B) Formulating a research question
C) Deciding about the data analysis procedure
D) Formulating a research hypothesis
Answer Key:
B) Formulating a research question
Q61) In normal probability curve, 68.26% cases lie between:
A) Mean ± 1SD
B) Mean ± 2SD
C) Mean ± .5SD
D) Mean ± 3SD
Answer Key:
A) Mean ± 1SD
Q62) Which of the following is not a type of research based on Method
A) Action research
B) Descriptive research
C) Correlational research
D) Experimental research
Answer Key:
A) Action research
Q63) Which of the following is NOT of any interest to the researcher when reading through literature on the research problem?
A) The bias introduced by the author
B) The length of the written article or report
C) The methodologies employed in existing studies
D) The results obtained by other researchers
Answer Key:
B) The length of the written article or report
Q64) Census carried out every ten years is an example of
A) case study research
B) action research
C) sample survey
D) population survey
Answer Key:
D) population survey
Q65) If two variables are highly correlated, it means that:
A) they always go together
B) high value on one variable lead to high value on other variable
C) there are no other variable responsible for the relationship
D) change in one variable is accompanied by predictable change in the other
Answer Key:
D) change in one variable is accompanied by predictable change in the other
Q66) Solving classroom problems by a teacher is the purpose of:
A) Basic research
B) Applied research
C) Action research
D) Evaluation research
Answer Key:
C) Action research
Q67) In commencing the search for literature, the researcher is required to approach the task:
A) systematically, so as to be thorough in coverage
B) spontaneously, so as to be aware of creative approaches
C) randomly, so as to be open to new ideas
D) cautiously, so as to limit the quantity of literature
Answer Key:
A) systematically, so as to be thorough in coverage
Q68) If you were interested in locating Blended Learning in a book, which reading technique would you use?
A) Skimming
B) Scanning
C) Read to Study
D) Pre-reading
Answer Key:
B) Scanning
Q69) Which of the following hypothesis can be tested through experimental research?
A) There is significant reduction in the stress level of teachers after attending the training programme on Yoga & Meditation.
B) There is significant relationship between the gender and stress level of the teachers.
C) There is no significant difference in the stress level of male and female teachers.
D) There is significant difference in the stress level of male and female teachers
Answer Key:
A) There is significant reduction in the stress level of teachers after attending the training programme on Yoga & Meditation.
Q70) Out of the following studies, which one is an example of Ex-post facto research?
A) Studying the effect of learning through programmed instruction on performance.
B) Determining the factors associated with low motivation of technical teachers.
C) A study of the effect of direct instructional time on performance.
D) A study of the effect of the frequency of testing on the performance of students.
Answer Key:
B) Determining the factors associated with low motivation of technical teachers.
Q71) Which one of the following is applicable in case of a primary source of information?
A) a critical evaluation of research
B) a direct comparison of research
C) a first-hand description of research
D) a quasi-experimental research design
Answer Key:
C) a first-hand description of research
Q72) Which one of the following is an example of secondary source of literature?
A) Handbook of Research in Teaching
B) Index of Current Journals
C) Research Report
D) Directory of Open Access Journals
Answer Key:
A) Handbook of Research in Teaching
Q73) Case studies are a subset of:
A) Descriptive research
B) Correlational research
C) Experimental research
D) Ex-post Facto research
Answer Key:
A) Descriptive research
Q74) The researcher need not delimit the time span for review of related literature, if :
A) Vast body of literature is available
B) The concept has emerged recently
C) Research has been carried in different settings
D) Research has included several variables
Answer Key:
B) The concept has emerged recently
Q75) If there is change in the scores of academic achievement with a change in the scores on numerical aptitude of students, it can be said that:
A) There is no correlation between the academic achievement and numerical aptitude of students
B) There is a correlation between the academic achievement and numerical aptitude of students
C) There is significant effect of numerical aptitude on the academic achievement of students.
D) There is no effect of numerical aptitude on the academic achievement of students.
Answer Key:
B) There is a correlation between the academic achievement and numerical aptitude of students
Q76) Which of the following criteria does NOT apply to Review of related literature?
A) Presented in integrated manner
B) Classified on the basis of Variables
C) Adequate
D) Brevity
Answer Key:
D) Brevity
Q77) Analysis of data must be NOT be presented:
A) Objectively
B) Logically
C) Based on facts
D) Based on opinions
Answer Key:
D) Based on opinions
Q78) The first step in developing a research proposal is to:
A) Develop narrative description for each major part of the proposal
B) Develop a topical outline that matches the purpose and type of proposal desired
C) Revise the proposal
D) Get your completed proposal reviewed/ evaluated by a colleague/expert
Answer Key:
B) Develop a topical outline that matches the purpose and type of proposal desired
Q79) If a teacher takes two intact classes and study the effect of micro- learning on student engagement and achievement in the course, he/she will use:
A) True experimental design
B) Case study design
C) Quasi experimental design
D) Pseudo experimental design
Answer Key:
C) Quasi experimental design
Q80) Which of the following questions cannot be answered by research?
A) What is the degree of utilization of various types of resources in technical institutions in Punjab?
B) Are there significant differences in the learning styles and academic achievement of boys and girls in class XII?
C) Do the faculty possess requisite knowledge & skills to offer online courses?
D) What is the meaning of autonomy?
Answer Key:
D) What is the meaning of autonomy?
Q81) If you take intact classes to study the effect of three different methods of instruction on achievement of students, you will use:
A) True experimental design
B) Quasi Experimental Design
C) Pseudo experimental design
D) Ex-Post Facto research design
Answer Key:
B) Quasi Experimental Design
Q82) Determining the quality of question papers with respect to their validity is an example of:
A) case study research
B) content analysis research
C) correlation research
D) survey research
Answer Key:
B) content analysis research
Q83) Ex-Post Facto Research is the one which is carried out:
A) along with happening of the incident
B) after the incident
C) keeping in mind the possibilities of the incident
D) prior to the incident
Answer Key:
B) after the incident
Q84) The variable of Marital status of teachers is an example of:
A) Interval scale
B) Nominal scale
C) Ordinal scale
D) Ratio scale
Answer Key:
B) Nominal scale
Q85) To collect data related to a psychological construct, say Emotional Intelligence, researchers should prefer:
A) Semi-structured interview schedule
B) Structured interview schedule
C) Observation schedule
D) Standardized Test
Answer Key:
D) Standardized Test
Q86) If the students are not reading the handouts prepared by the teacher, the teacher should first :
A) Identify the reasons for not reading the handouts
B) Identify the areas of improvement
C) Gaining student’s acceptance of the problem
D) Reviewing the literature
Answer Key:
A) Identify the reasons for not reading the handouts
Q87) Which of the following research questions is BEST answered employing Action Research?
A) What factors influence student interaction in multiethnic classes?
B) Is there a difference between male and female students in achievement in mathematics?
C) How can I improve the low motivation level of students in my class?
D) How do students from Govt. Institutions adjust to classroom practices in Private Institutions?
Answer Key:
C) How can I improve the low motivation level of students in my class?
Q88) If you want to broaden your search for key words, which Boolean operator will you use/?
A) AND
B) NOT
C) AND & NOT
D) OR
Answer Key:
D) OR
Q89) Out of the following, which one is an example of a Correlational Study?
A) Describe the learning environment of different classes in an institute.
B) Corelating the performance of students in the Hindi language with their performance in mathematics.
C) Comparing the facilities, in respect of equipment and space provided for different technical institutions in a state.
D) Comparing the performance of two groups of students on their problem solving ability in Mathematics.
Answer Key:
B) Corelating the performance of students in the Hindi language with their performance in mathematics.
Q90) Which of the following is a discreet variable?
A) Experience
B) Qualifications
C) Age
D) Height
Answer Key:
B) Qualifications
Q91) A reading technique that involves quickly reading to find specific information, such as facts, figures, or dates in an article or report, is:
A) Key-reading
B) Pre-reading
C) Scanning
D) Skimming
Answer Key:
C) Scanning
Q92) Which one of the following is ‘NOT’ an example of research?
A) a study on the effect of the level of aspiration on the achievement of technician students
B) preparation of a project report on industrial training
C) a survey of the job requirements of instruments engineering technicians in a country
D) development of learning modules on construction management and testing their effectiveness in regard to achievement and attitudes of civil engineering students
Answer Key:
B) preparation of a project report on industrial training
Q93) Which one of the following variable is dichotomous?
A) Rural/Urban
B) Age
C) Intelligence
D) Achievement scores
Answer Key:
A) Rural/Urban
Q94) Which of the following studies qualifies to be a correlational study
A) Predicting the employee success in career on the basis of Qualification and Experience
B) Automation in Manufacturing industries in Tricity
C) Employee Satisfaction and Customer Satisfaction in IT industry
D) Leadership style of CEOs in IT industry in Bengaluru
Answer Key:
A) Predicting the employee success in career on the basis of Qualification and Experience
Q95) Action research is normally undertaken in a single institution because of:
A) answering questions about improving practice in a particular setting
B) designing data collection methods used in such research for single settings
C) difficulty in obtaining permission to study learners in multiple institutions
D) inability of teachers possessing the necessary skills to carry out research across multiple settings
Answer Key:
A) answering questions about improving practice in a particular setting
Q96) Which of the following types of research involves Identifying two groups-one possessing the variable of interest and another not possessing the same?
A) Survey research
B) Experimental Research
C) Correlation research
D) Ex-post Facto Research.
Answer Key:
D) Ex-post Facto Research.
Q97) The prime characteristic of descriptive research is to:
A) make use of a questionnaire in collecting data
B) exercise control on variables other than those under study
C) establish the relationship between different variables in a situation
D) assess the situation as it prevails in a setting
Answer Key:
D) assess the situation as it prevails in a setting
Q98) Out of the following values for a correlation coefficient, which one indicates greater relationship between two variables?
A) – 0.80
B) + 0.60
C) – 0.30
D) + 0.30
Answer Key:
A) – 0.80
Q99) Identify the variable(s) in the following research problem: ‘Effect of Problem Based Learning on achievement of +2 students in Mathematics’.
(A). Achievement
(B). Effect
(C). Mathematics
(D). Problem Based Learning
(E). +2 students
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A) (B) and (E) only.
B) (B) (C) and (E) only.
C) (A) (B) (C) and (D).
D) (A) and (D) only.
Answer Key:
D) (A) and (D) only.
Q100) Which one of the following research studies can be classified as action research?
A) determining employers’ perception of preferred work experience for new employees
B) effect of positive and negative reinforcement on the learning of students
C) effect of introducing the use of objective tests on the motivation of students in a classroom by a class teacher
D) relationship between high school grades and achievement by technician students in technician courses
Answer Key:
C) effect of introducing the use of objective tests on the motivation of students in a classroom by a class teacher
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