Basic Research Methodology
RME620S
ANSWER ALL THE QUESTIONS [100 MARKS]
QUESTION 1
Choose the correct answer:
a)
is a framework or blueprint for conducting the research project. It specifies the details of the
procedures necessary for obtaining the information needed to structure and/or solve research problems.
A. Problem question
B. Research design
C. Design formulation
D. None of the above
b) The primary objective of
confronting the researcher.
is to provide insights into, and an understanding of, the problem
Exploratory research
Conclusive research
Causal research
Descriptive research
¢) Cross-sectional and longitudinal designs are types of
Causal research
Exploratory research
Descriptive research
None of the above
d) Which of the objectives below would best represent conclusive research?
Describe market characteristics or functions
Determine cause and effect relationships
Provide insights and understanding
Test specific hypotheses and examine relationships
Which of the following statements is not true about exploratory research?
It is flexible.
It is a pre-planned and structured design.
It is versatile.
It is often the front end of total research design.
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