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Research Methods Question Paper

Research Methods

Course: Bachelor Of Arts In Economics

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2010

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2010/2011

FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF
ECONOMICS, ARTS AND EDUCATION

EAE 300: RESEARCH METHODS

DATE: Monday, 29th November, 2010 TIME: 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m.
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INSTRUCTIONS:

Answer question ONE and any other TWO questions. Question One (Compulsory)

a) Clearly distinguish between the following concepts as used in research
i) Qualitative research and quantitative research
ii) Continuous variable and discrete variable
iii) Research methods and research methodology
iv) Primary data and secondary data
v) Correlation analysis and regression analysis
(10 marks)

b) The research process consists of a series of actions and steps. Describe the steps
clearly explaining the importance of each for effective research (20 marks)

Question Two
a) Explain the meaning of an economic model (2 marks)
b) Briefly explain the considerations in the construction of models used in research
(6 marks)

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c) Scientific inquiry is concerned with the way things are and is empirically based.
There is therefore no place for value judgments. Discuss. (12 marks)

Question Three

a) Consider the research proposal you have submitted for the research you will
undertake to meet the partial requirement for a degree in economics. State the
topic and answer the following questions:
i) What are the research questions? (3 marks)
ii) State the specific objectives of the study (3 marks)
iii) State the corresponding hypotheses to be tested (3 marks)
b) Explain the meaning and sources of systematic bias in sampling (11 marks)

Question Four
a) Discuss the different methods of collecting primary data in research
(12 marks)
b) Explain the objectives of conducting research (8 marks)

Question Five
Briefly describe the various methods of data analysis in social research (20 marks)

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