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Kbt310research Mathods In Agribusiness Question Paper

Kbt310research Mathods In Agribusiness

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Agribusiness Management

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2012

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2011/2012
SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR
OF SCIENCE IN AGRIBUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND TRADE
KBT 310 : RESEARCH METHODS IN AGRIBUSINESS
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DATE: THURSDAY 29TH MARCH 2012
TIME: 8.00 A.M. – 10.00 A.M.
INSTRUCTIONS
Answer questions ONE and any other TWO.
1.
a)
Distinguish between the following:

i)
Sample and population

(2 marks)

ii)
Research and science

(2 marks)

iii)
A variable and a constant

(2 marks)

b)
State the purpose of research

(5 marks)

c)
Discuss four ways of problem identification in research.

(4 marks)

d)
Discuss the importance of literature review in agribusiness research (5 marks)
e)
Outline the various types of sampling in research and give examples of their
appropriate use.

(10 marks)
f)
Compare and contrast questionnaires and interviews as research instruments

(10 marks)
2.
You have been sponsored to undertake a research on the effect of drug abuse on
agricultural productivity.

a)
Discuss any five logistical issues you would consider.

(5 marks)

b)
Discuss five ethical considerations that you would bear in mind
(5 marks)

c)
Discuss the sampling method you would likely employ

(5 marks)

3.
a)
Describe the steps involved in the preparation of a research proposal
(10 marks)

b)
What is the relationship between theory and research?

(5 marks)

4.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of the following methods of data
collection?

a)
Face-face interviews

(5 marks)

b)
Telephone interviews

(5 marks)

c)
Mailed questionnaires

(5 marks)
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