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Mso 501: Advanced Quantitative Research Methods Question Paper

Mso 501: Advanced Quantitative Research Methods

Course:Masters Of Arts In Planning And Management

Institution: Catholic University Of Eastern Africa question papers

Exam Year:2015

THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN AFRICA
A. M. E. C. E. A
MAIN EXAMINATION
JANUARY-APRIL 2015 TRIMESTER
FACULTY OF ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
MSO 501: ADVANCED QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS
Duration 3 hrs
Instructions: Answer ANY FOUR questions.
Q1. In research methodology, what is the utility of the following?
a) Concept
b) Theory
c) Variable
d) Hypothesis
e) Theoretical framework
Q2. Distinguish between quantitative and qualitative research and illustrate the use of each in research.
Q3. Discuss the qualities of a good questionnaire highlighting the pitfalls that must be avoided in the construction of a questionnaire.
Q4. In applying various statistical measures to interpret data, what do the following terms mean:
a) Beta coefficient
b) Sample mean
c) Population mean
d) Structural equation model
e) Skewness
Q5. Discuss some of the most pervasive ethical considerations in research? Use examples.
Q6. What are the key components of a sound research proposal? How do they relate?
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