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Hfn 322: Introduction To Research Methods Question Paper

Hfn 322: Introduction To Research Methods

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Food, Nutrition And Dietetics

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2011

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXTERMINATIONS 2010/2011
SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
HFN 322: INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH METHODS
DATE: Thursday 31st march 2011 TIME: 8.00 a.m - 10.00 a.m
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INSTRUCTIONS
Answer ALL questions.

1. Define the following terms as used in research:

a) Research [2 marks]

b) Theory [2 marks]

c) Hypothesis [2 marks]

2. Differentiate between the following terms as used in research;

a) Discrete and continuous variables [4 marks]

b) Qualitative and quantitative data [4 marks]

c) Sample and population [4 marks]

3. Discuss the five purposes of research. [10 marks]

4. Describe four levels of measurements giving two examples of each. [12 marks]

5. You have been requested to develop a proposal on the following research topic; “The impact of underutilized nutrient dense sweet potatoes on vitamin A serum levels among lactating women
attending Thika maternal and child Health (MCH).” Discuss what you would include under the
following;
a) Statement of the problem [4 marks]
b) Four objectives of the research [8 marks]
c) Hypothesis of the research [2 marks]
d) Two assumption of the study [4 marks]
e) Appropriate research design [2 marks]
f) Appropriate sampling technique [2 marks]
g) Four approaches to ensure ethics in the research [8 marks]

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