Research Methodology And Proposal Writing Question Paper
Research Methodology And Proposal Writing
Course:Bachelor Of Medicine And Surgery
Institution: Mount Kenya University question papers
Exam Year:2016
SECTION A.40 MARKS. ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS
1. Define the following
a)Research
b)Information bias
c.)Research design
d).Theory framework
e,)conceptual framework
2.Using relevant examples,explain the differences between Applied and Basic research(5marks)
3.Explain the application of case control studies(5 marks)
4.Identify the main reasons for carrying out applied research(5 marks)
5.Explain the main steps followed in carrying literature review (5 marks)
6. List and explain steps followed in analyzing qualitative data set (5marks)
7.Distinguish between probability and non-probability sampling methods,giving two examples each(5 marks)
8.Differentiate between null hypothesis and alternate hypothesis giving example of each( 5 marks)
SECTION B ,30 MARKS ; ANSWER ANY TWO QUESTIONS
9.
a) Explain the five factors to consider while designing a questionnaire for quantitative data(7.5 marks)
b)Describe the major ethical issues addressed in many researches involving human subjects conducted in kenya(7.5 marks)
10. Scientific observation involves systematic selection,observation and recording of behaviour,events and settings relevant to the problem under investigation.Discuss the strength and limitation of observation method of data collection and techniques one would use to collect data using observation in a multi- cultural setting like Kenya(15 marks)
11. You are the principal Investigator, you want to undertake a scientific research in newly identified problem in Ongata Rongai sub county- Kjiado county. You are requested to develop a proposal for the study.Discuss the steps you would consider in doing this.(15 marks)
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