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Research Methods B(Buss 036) Question Paper

Research Methods B(Buss 036) 

Course:Economics And Statistics

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2013



TIME: 2 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS
Question one is compulsory. Answer any other two questions
Question One
Define the term research
(2 Marks)
Name two non-scientific methods of acquiring knowledge
(4 marks)
Explain three characteristics of qualitative research
(9 marks)
State and explain two properties of qualitative research
(5 marks)
Discuss the criteria of a well chosen research problem
(10 Marks)

Question Two
Explain the following
Sample
Random sampling
Population
Research design
Validity
(10 marks)
What are the advantages and disadvantages of sampling as a method of data collection
(10 marks)

Question Three
Briefly describe each of the components of a research proposal (20 marks)

Question Four
Discuss the significance of adhering to the following ethical and legal principles during research
Informed consent
Research plagiarism
Confidentiality
Anonymity
Research fraud

Question Five
The parents in your local school have found a donor who has promised to support a research study to find out the care given to orphans below 8 years
State:
The objectives of the research
(5 marks)
The instrument you would use to collect data and why?
(5 Marks)
Explain five reasons why researchers may review literature before carrying out a study
(10 Marks)




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