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Research Methods (Bbit 316) (Cisy 302) (Bsis 316) (Nrsg 420) (Mlsc 302) 2Nd Trimester 2014 Question Paper

Research Methods (Bbit 316) (Cisy 302) (Bsis 316) (Nrsg 420) (Mlsc 302) 2Nd Trimester 2014

Course:Bachelor Of Business Information Technology

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2014

RESEARCH METHODS (BBIT 316) (CISY 302) (BSIS 316) (NRSG 420) (MLSC 302) 2nd trimester 2014
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY

END OF 2'ND 'TRIMESTER 2014 (PT) EXAMINATION

FACULTY : COMPUTING & INFORMATICS
DEPARTMENT : COMPUTER SCIENCE AND BUSINESS
INFORMATION
UNIT CODE : 'BBIT 316/CISY 302/BSIS 316/NRSG 420/MLSC 302
UNIT TITLE : RESEARCH METHODS
TIME : 2 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS

Answer question one and any other two questions

Question One

Elaborate on the following terms
(12 Marks)
Scientific research
Validity
Reliability
Descriptive research
Laboratory experiment
Survey
Explain the role of hypothesis in research
(5 marks)
Highlight the ways in which an organization would benefit from research. Use appropriate examples
(5 Marks)
Explain five sources of literature in research
(5 Marks)
What are the key characteristics of good research?
(3 Marks)
Question Two

Discuss the role of literature review in research
(10 marks)
Describe five merits of using questionnaires during data collection (5 Marks)
What are the challenges of using observation during data collection?
(5 marks)
Question Three

Describe five probability sampling methods
Explain five merits and five demerits of sampling in research
Question Four

Maxizch Ltd has hired you as a consultant in a research project to be undertaken within Nairobi city. Using an appropriate methodology highlight the fundamental steps and procedures that would serve as a guide to your research process (20 marks)

Research Methods (Bbit 316) (Cisy 302) (Bsis 316) (Nrsg 420) (Mlsc 302) 2Nd Trimester 2014 Question Paper

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