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Research Methods (Bbit 316) (Cisy 302) (Nrsg 420) 2Nd Trimester 2015 Question Paper

Research Methods (Bbit 316) (Cisy 302) (Nrsg 420) 2Nd Trimester 2015

Course:Bachelor Of Business Information Technology

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2015

Research methods (BBIT 316) (CISY 302) (NRSG 420) 2nd trimester 2015
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY

END OF 2nd TRIMESTER 2015 (PT) EXAMINATION

FACULTY : COMPUTING & INFORMATICS
DEPARTMENT : COMPUTER SCIENCE AND BUSINESS
INFORMATION
UNIT CODE : BBIT 316/CISY 302/NRSG 420
UNIT TITLE : RESEARCH METHODS
TIME : 2 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS:

Answer Question ONE and any Other TWO Questions

Question One

Describe the following terms
Deduction
Induction
Independent variable
Ethnography
Dependent variable
Intervening variable
(12 marks)
Explain five characteristics of a good research hypothesis.
(5 marks)
Distinguish between the following terms
Qualitative and quantitative research
Longitudinal and cross sectional studies
Primary and secondary data
Descriptive and causal studies.
(8 marks)
Why is it important to include citations and references in research?
(5 marks)
Question Two

Elaborate on six key characteristics of scientific research.
(12 marks)
Describe the role of hypothesis in research.
(8 marks)
Question Three

Discuss the following terms
Systematic sampling
Stratified sampling
Convenience sampling
Judgmental sampling
Simple random sampling
(10 marks)
Analyze five key limitations of sampling.
(10 marks)
Question Four

Explain five ethical issues that must be put into consideration when undertaking research.
(10 marks)
With valid examples demonstrate the role of literature review in research.
(10 marks)

Research Methods (Bbit 316) (Cisy 302) (Nrsg 420) 2Nd Trimester 2015 Question Paper

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