Research Methods(Buss 036) Question Paper
Research Methods(Buss 036)
Course:Bachelor Of Economics And Applied Statistics
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2012
TIME: 2 HOURS
Instructions:
Answer question one and any other two questions.
Question One
Distinguish between the following terms as used in research:
General objective/specific objective
Significance/sure of the stay
Target/ sample
Interview/questionnaire
Null/alternative hypothesis.
(10mks)
Discuss the advantage and disadvantage of observation as a tool in data collection.
(10mks)
Identify and discuss four ethical issues that as researcher should reinforce while collecting data.
(10mks)
Question Two
What is the importance of research in business management?
(10mks)
Define mobility sampling and discuss three types.
(10mks)
Question Three
Define the term research design and discuss four types of designs. (10mks)
In what ways can information technology improve research?
(10mks)
Question Four
Alternative review is important in research. Discuss.
(10mks)
Discuss the characteristics of a good research problem.
(10mks)
Question Five
Differentiate between quantitative and qualitative research. (10mks)
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