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Bota 381: Reserch Methods And Seminars Question Paper

Bota 381: Reserch Methods And Seminars

Course:Bachelor Of Science

Institution: Chuka University question papers

Exam Year:2013

CHUKA

UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
THIRD YEAR EXAMINATIONS FOR THE AWARD OF
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE GENERAL /BACHELOR OF EDUCATION
BOTA 381: RESERCH METHODS AND SEMINARS
STREAMS: BED/BSC GENERAL Y3S2 TIME: 2 HOURS
DAY/DATE: FRIDAY 29/4/2013 8.30 AM – 10.30 AM
INSTRUCTIONS:

Answer All Questions in Section A and TWO Questions in Section B

Section A: Short Answer Questions (30 Marks)

1. Differentiate between the following terms

(a) Applied and fundamental research. [1 Mark]

(b) Conceptual and empirical research [1 Mark]

(c) Primary and secondary data. [1 Mark]

(d) Continuous and discrete variables [1 Mark]

(e) Descriptive and inferential statistics. [1 Mark]

2. Suggest five advantages of experimental research over other forms of research.
[5 Marks]

3. Briefly discuss the importance of internet as a modern research tool. [5 Marks]

4. Explain five features of scientific research method. [5 Marks]
5. When would it be appropriate for a researcher to use the following statistical tools or techniques?

(i) Pearson’s coefficient of correlation [1 Mark]

(ii) T-test [1 Mark]

(iii) Chi-squared test [1 Mark]

(iv) Analysis of variance (ANOVA) [1 Mark]

(v) Histogram [1 Mark]

6. Publication of research findings is a key element in research. Briefly discuss this statement. [5 Marks]

Section B: Essay (40 Marks)

7. Discuss the significance of literature review in research. [20 Marks]

8. Write an essay on sampling designs. [20 Marks]

9. Discuss the importance of a research proposal in a scientific research. [20 Marks]

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