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Introduction To Research Methods(Sost 202)  Question Paper

Introduction To Research Methods(Sost 202)  

Course:Counseling

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2012



TIME : 2 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS
Answer question one and any other three questions.
Question One
Provide a conceptual understanding of research.
(7 Marks)

Explain four lessons why research is conducted.
(8 Marks)

Question Two
Using relevant examples, explain the meaning of the following concepts in research:
Population.
(3 Marks)
Sample.
(3 Marks)
Variable.
(3 Marks)
Data.
(3 Marks)
Statistics.
(3 Marks)

Question Three
Explain all the components of chapter one of a research proposal. (15 Marks)

Question Four
Why is sampling necessary in research?
(3 Marks)

Discuss various sampling techniques/procedures that a researcher can use.
(12 Marks)

Question Five
Describe any five data collection instruments and techniques. (15 Marks)

Question Six
A researcher stated the topic of study as follows: ’An investigation of the impact of psychosocial challenges on examination performance of university students in Kenya.
Propose three objectives for the study.
(3 Marks)

Propose a hypothesis for the study.
(2 Marks)

Construct a questionnaire that can assist the research to meet the objectives.
(10 Marks)






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