PERIODICAL TEST

Practical Research 2: Quantitative Research

2nd Grading Period

Name:_________________________________________________ Date:_______________
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Multiple Choice. Read carefully the question and answer what is being asked. ENCIRCLE the letter of your choice.
1. Prescriptive rules describing how visual techniques affect the perception and cognition of the information in a
display.
a. Design principles b. architectural design c. research design d. educational
design
2. Used to address the validity of the data. This method uses multiple forms of data collection, such as focus groups,
observation and in-depth interviews to investigate the evaluation objectives for data collection, design and processing.
a. triangulation b. validity c. reliability d. data design
3. Types of question in developing questionnaire that offers participants a space into which they can answer by writing
text. These can be used when there are a large number of possible answers and it is important to capture all of the
detail in the information provided.
a. open-ended b. close-ended c. recall d. process
4. Designing a questionnaire should, except
a. If a questionnaire has previously been used in similar trials to the one planned, its use will bring the added
advantage that the results will be comparable and may be combined in a meta-analysis.
b. Before questionnaire design begins, the trial protocol should be available at least in draft. This will state which
outcomes are to be measured and which parameters are of interest (for example, percentage, mean, and so on).
Preferably, a statistical analysis plan will also be available that makes explicit how each variable will be analysed,
including how precisely each is to be measured and how each variable will be categorised in analysis.
d. If ever you will used a previous questionnaire, it should not be piloted because it is more reliable and valid
5. Theory-based guidelines for self-administered questionnaire design includes the following except
a. Use the visual elements of brightness, colour, shape, and location in a consistent manner to define the desired
navigational path for respondents to follow when answering the questionnaire;
b. When established format conventions are changed in the midst of a questionnaire use prominent visual guides to
redirect respondents;
c. Place directions or instructions where they are to be used and where they can be seen;
d. Asking people to answer questions that relates to each other simultaneously
6. What type of data collection uses surveys, interviews, questionnaires, tests, observations, checklists and rating scale
a. primary b. secondary c. tertiary d. quarternary
7. Type of data collection that is conducted by obtaining information found in journals, books, annual reports,
websites and other publications available for public use.
a. primary b. secondary c. tertiary d. quarternary
8. In doing survey, researcher needs to make instruments. And this is referred to a tool for collecting data which
consists of series of questions that respondents provide an answer to a research study.
a. questionnaire b. narrative report c. interview d. test paper
9. A very popular rating scale used by researchers to measure behaviors and attitudes quantitatively. It consists of
choices that range from one extreme to another from where respondents choose a degree of their opinions
a. Likert b. Divert c. Convert d. Convergence
10. In doing social science studies quantitatively, the most commonly methods employed are:
a. observation and survey b. survey and experiment
c. experiment and quasi experiment d. observation and quasi experiment
11. What quantitative research design are you going to use if you want to study a single group of people then have
your intervention then assess whether the intervention is good or not
a. One-shot Case Study or One-Group Posttest Only Design
b. Two-Group Posttest Only Design
c. One-Group Pretest-Posttest Design
d. One case RH design
12. A techniques being used to display data where researchers uses words, statements or graphs with numerals,
numbers or measurements to describe data.
a. tabular b. textual c. graphical d. narration
13. Presenting of data in an organized manner in a form of table.
a. tabular b. textual c. graphical d. narration
14. Portrays the visual presentation of data using symbols such as lines, dots, bars, and slices where it depicts the trend
of a measurements or shows comparison between two or more sets of data or quantities
a. tabular b. textual c. graphical d. narration
15. Used to show how parts of a whole compare to each other and to the whole.
a. line graph b. bar graph c. double line graph d. pie chart
16. Graphical presentation of data that shows a continuous change or trend. It may show an ascending or descending
trend.
a. line graph b. bar graph c. double line graph d. pie chart
17. A researcher has data and he is confused on what graph are he going to use. His data includes different categories
and he would like to present this to compare means between his distinct categories. What do you think is the best
graph to use?
a. bar graph c. vertical bar graph c. horizontal bar graph d. pie charts
18. In making a tabular presentation of data, Francis, to his ability, presents and organize his data. Which among the
parts of his table is unknowingly done erroneously?
a. table number and title are placed above the table and the title is usually written after the table number.
b. the table has captions subheads where it refers to columns and rows
c. the table includes the body which contains the data under each subhead
d. he indicates the source of his data and acknowledged the primary source
19. From the table below, which category has received the least percentage help from the Center ( in the entire data)
a. category B in 1995 b. category B in 1996 c. category C in 1996 d. category D in
1995
Category Average number Total cost per help Cost paid by Centre for the
of receiving per year year
Assistance month (in crores of Rs.) (in crores of Rs.)
1995 1996 1995 1996 1995 1996
A 36097 38263 38.4 34.8 18.4 17.4
B 6632 5972 5.0 3.2 2.6 1.6
C 32545 31804 76.4 59.4 13.0 10.0
D 13992 11782 26.4 42.6 6.6 10.6
E 21275 228795 216.6 242.8 55.0 62.6
20. Statistical instrument used to compare the mean of sample data to a known value.
a. One sample t test b. one sample z test c. paired t test d. paired z test
21. Used when we want to know whether the difference between the sample mean and the population mean is large
enough, that is n≥30, to be statistically significant.
a. One sample t test b. one sample z test c. paired t test d. paired z test
22. Used when we want to know if there is significant difference between the two means of two samples or groups
when the variance is known and the sample size is more than or equal to 30.
a. One sample t test b. one sample z test c. paired t test d. paired z test
23. Used when we want to know if there is significant difference between the two means of two samples or groups
when the variance is unknown and the sample size is less than 30.
a. One sample t test b. one sample z test c. paired t test d. paired z test
24. Used when you want to compare the means of more than 2 (two) groups.
a. t test b. z test c. ANOVA d. Chi square
25. It measures the linear relationship between two variables.
a. Pearson r b. Spearman Rho c. Linear Regression d. Chi square
26. Most commonly used method of comparing proportions. It is particularly useful in tests evaluating a relationship
between nominal or ordinal data
a. Pearson r b. Spearman Rho c. Linear Regression d. Chi square
27. Used based on ranks or position.
a. Pearson r b. Spearman Rho c. Linear Regression d. Chi square
28. Simplest and commonly used statistical measure for prediction studies.
a. Pearson r b. Spearman Rho c. Linear Regression d. Chi square
29. If a teacher is trying to prove that new method of teaching math is more effective than traditional one,
he/she will conduct a:
a. one-tailed test b. two-tailed test c. point estimate of the d.confidence
population parameter interval
30. From the data below, which is the table for ANOVA, what is the critical value for F at %5 level of significance?
a. 3. 86 b. 2.38 c. 8.1 d. 10
Source Sum of Squares Degrees of Freedom Variance Estimate F ratio
Between 748 3 MSB = SSB = 748 = 249.33 MSB
(4-1) K-1 3 MSw
Within 7685.33 20 MSw = SSw = 7685.33 = 384.27 =249.33
(24-4) N-K 20 384.27
Total 8433.33 (748 + = 0.65
7658.33)
31. Below is the “Print out of Pearson r” using SPSS. With this information, what is the percentage of variability of Y
that accounts for X?
a. 43% b. 22% c. 18% d. 10%
X Y
X Pearson Correlation 1 .428
Sig (2-tailed) .217
N 10
Y Pearson Correlation .428
Sig. (2-tailed) .217
N 10

32. Francis’ company wants to improve sales. Past sales data indicate that the average sale was $100 per transaction.
After training your sales force, recent sales data (taken from a sample of 25 salesmen) indicates an average sale of
$130, with a standard deviation of $15.
From the given problem, what is the T value and do we need need to reject the null hypothesis?
a. t value is 10; we fail to reject the null hypothesis
b. t value is 10; we need to reject the null hypothesis
c. t value is 15; we fail to reject the null hypothesis
d. t value is 15; we need to reject the null hypothesis
33. The score obtained by 15 randomly selected SH graduating batch of junior HS students who took an admission test
administered in English were recorded. The same students took a similar test with a version in Filipino. The data were
processed using SPSS and below is the print out of the SPPS. Basing from the print out, Can we say that English and
Filipino has a relationship?
a. yes, because the computed rs is 0.740 denoting that there is a substantial or marked relationship between English
and Filipino
b. yes, because the computed rs is 0.740 denoting that there is a high to very high relationship between English and
Filipino
c. no, because the level of significance (Sig.- 0.002) is less than the alpha which is 0.01
d. no, because the level of significance (Sig.- 0.002) is greater than the alpha which is 0.01
English Filipino
Spearman’s Rho English Correlation 1.000 .740**
Sig. (2-tailed) .002
N 15 15
Filipino Correlation .740** 1.000
Sig. (2-tailed) .002
N 15 15
**Correlation is significant at the 0.01 level (2-tailed)
34. A company who make cookies, claims that its product have a mean life span of 7 days with standard deviation of 2
days. If a random sample of 50 cookies is tested and one found to have a mean life span only for 4 days. Test the
claim at 5% level of significance. From this proble, what is the z score and z critical value?
a. absolute 10.61; CV is 1.96
b. absolute -10.61; CV is 1.96
c. absolute 3.50; CV is 1.96
d. absolute -3.50; CV is 1.96
35. A new drug is proposed to lower total cholesterol. A randomized controlled trial is designed to evaluate the
efficacy of the medication in lowering cholesterol. Thirty participants are enrolled in the trial and are randomly
assigned to receive either the new drug or a placebo. The participants do not know which treatment they are assigned.
Each participant is asked to take the assigned treatment for 6 weeks. At the end of 6 weeks, each patient's total
cholesterol level is measured and the sample statistics are as follows.

Treatment Sample Mean Standard

Size Deviation
New Drug 15 195.9 28.7
Placebo 15 227.4 30.3
Is there statistical evidence of a reduction in mean total cholesterol in patients taking the new drug for 6 weeks as
compared to participants taking placebo at 1% level of significance?
a. yes, there is significant difference, because the tcomputed value (absolute -2.92) > tcritical value (2.624)
b. yes, there is significant difference, because the tcomputed value (absolute -2.92) > tcritical value (1.761)
c. yes, there is significant difference, because the p value is between 0.01-0.025 < alpha (0.1)
d. yes, there is significant difference, because the p value < alpha (0.1) to which it exceeds the table for getting the
critical value
36. Represents inferences drawn from the findings of the study.
a. hypothesis b. theory c. assumption d. conclusion
37. Conclusions from the study states that, except
a. conclusion are intertwined with the introduction
b. conclusions should specifically answer the questions posed in the “Statement of the problem”
c. conclusions should contain facts or actual results from the inquiry or research study
d. conclusions are inferences and generalizations based upon the review of related literature
38. If the profile of the respondents will be used to test the variation on other measures, what conclusion may not be
stated?
a. Majority of the respondents are aged 12-16 and mostly are males
b. Respondents of the study are mostly Catholics
c. Among the profile of the respondents, age and gender are significantly related to achievement in mathematics
d. According to Viluan et, al (2017), Women has greater risk of bullying.
39. What pattern can you see for both Sales and Profit between the months of March and May?
a. Profit drops a lot more than Sales drops.
b. They both drop sharply
c. Profit drops first, then Sales drops
d. Profit dropped linearly while Sales drop exponentially

40. Recommendations typically play a vital portion of a research study. From the following characteristics of
recommendations, which is not included?
a. Recommendations should be relevant to the study and of one’s benefits.
b. Recommendations should be well thought of and with valid reasons
c. Recommendations should be practical, workable and achievable.
d. If the findings, for example, is too large class size, it is only logical to recommend and ideal class size to create a
healthy teaching and learning environment.
41. When formulating policy recommendations the following should be included, except
a. Discussion of the problems based on the findings and what should be done to solve the problem.
b. Discussion of the benefits or advantages to the agency or organization.
c. The feasibility or viability of the proposed policy
d. The plan of action and the evaluation process to ensure success of the proposed policy recommendations, if possible
including time frame and financial aspect should be included
42. The following are example of recommendation in the research findings. Among these, which one incorrect?
a. Teacher preparation and development programs should include development pedagogical knowledge and
competencies to handle K to 12 program
b. Teacher should be encouraged to conduct research work and collaborate with other teachers in the preparation of
modules, guides and other instructional material.
c. Revisit the Tech-Voc curriculum to prepare students for gainful employment in industry.
d. Heads and administration should solely impart in the policies concerning school agenda, curriculum and matters of
education.
43. In the research study on the “Evaluation of Mainstreaming Special education (SPED) for Visually Impaired” by
DepEd, results indicated that teachers are not majors of SPED and the facilities are inadequate to support the program.
Which is the best recommendation that a research can give?
a. Hire qualified teachers to handle the program.
b. Conduct regular trainings / workshops and other faculty development programs to improve the capabilities of
current teachers
c. Improve existing facilities, instructional materials, curriculum, teaching approaches, school management and other
support systems to improve effectiveness of mainstreaming SPED program of DeEd
d. Recommendations for Improvement or Change
44. Writing a paper on astronomy, physics, nursing and health sciences, math, geology, environmental science,
engineering, computer science, chemistry, or biology? Most likely, it will be in what type of citation.
a. Modern Language Association (MLA) Resource Guide
b. American Psychological Association (APA) Resource Guide
c. Chicago / Turabian Resource Guide
d. Council of Science Editors Style (CSE) Resource Guide
45. In this example of citation of journal, “Laing, Jennifer, and Warwick Frost. “How Green Was My Festival:
Exploring Challenges and Opportunities Associated With Staging Green Events.” International Journal of Hospitality
Management 29.2 (2010): 261-7. Print.” What type of citation style is being used?
a. Modern Language Association (MLA) Resource Guide
b. American Psychological Association (APA) Resource Guide
c. Chicago / Turabian Resource Guide
d. Council of Science Editors Style (CSE) Resource Guide
46. Which is not included in citing references for MLA
a. Diamond, Jared M. Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies. New York: W.W. Norton & Co, 1998.
Print.
Nabokov, Vladimir. Lolita. New York: Putnam, 1955. Print.
b. Ahmedi, Fauzia Erfan. “Welcoming Cou`rtyards: Hospitality, Spirituality, and Gender.” Feminism and Hospitality:
Gender in the Host/Guest Relationship. Ed. Maurice Hamington. Lanham: Lexington Books, 2010. 109-24. Print.
Harris, Muriel. “Talk to Me: Engaging Reluctant Writers.” A Tutor’s Guide: Helping Writers One to One. Ed. Ben
Rafoth. Portsmouth: Heinemann, 2000. 24-34. Print.
c. Laing, Jennifer, and Warwick Frost. “How Green Was My Festival: Exploring Challenges and Opportunities
Associated With Staging Green Events.” International Journal of Hospitality Management 29.2 (2010): 261-7. Print.
d. Kinni, T. B. (2004). Disney, Walt (1901-1966): Founder of the Walt Disney Company. In Encyclopedia of
Leadership (Vol. 1, pp. 345-349). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.
47. In researching for related literature, you have come to read a magazine entitled P21’s Framework for 21st century
Learning. From the magazine ”The Professional Teacher” Volume 7 No. 1 page 4. The author is Francisco M. Viluan
Jr., The magazine is written for Jan – June , 2017. What is the proper way of writing your reference?
a. Viluan, F. (2016, Jan-June). P21’s Framework for 21st century Learning. The Professional Teacher. Volume 7 No. 1
page 4.
b. Viluan, F. (2016, Jan-June). The Professional Teacher. P21’s Framework for 21st century Learning. Volume 7 No. 1
page 4.
c. Viluan, F. The Professional Teacher. P21’s Framework for 21st century Learning. Volume 7 No. 1 page 4 (2016,
Jan-June).
d. Viluan, F. P21’s Framework for 21st century Learning. The Professional Teacher. Jan-June 2016, Volume 7 No. 1
page
48. It presents a brief overview of the proposed research project which includes information about the research
problem and a statement justifying the research problem
a. Introduction b. Significance of the study c. Methodology d. Objectives
49. Which is not part of Chapter 2 – Methodology
a. Research design b. Sampling design c. Instrumentation d. Data analysis
50. An account of what has been published on a topic by accredited scholars and researchers.
a. Background of the Study b. Literature Review c. Methodology d. Data gathering
51. This section presents the summary of the methods used to analyze the data. The appropriateness of the statistical
method is presented on this section
a. Research design b. Sampling design c. Instrumentation d. Data analysis
52. From the following instruments, letters, memorandums, interview transcripts, questionnaires, survey and emails
and video conference. Which is not included in the Appendix?
a. memorandums b. interview transcripts c. video conference d. emails
53. Research ethics has a direct connection more often with which stages of research ?
a. Defining and delimiting the scope of research
b. Deciding about statistical techniques and data analysis
c. Problem formulation and reporting of research findings
d. Defining the population and deciding the sampling techniques for reserach
54. Identify the correct sequence of research steps :
a. Selection of topic, review of literature, interpretation of findings, data collection
b. Selection of topic, data collection, review of literature, interpretation of findings
c. Review of literature, selection of topic, data collection, interpretation of findings
d. Selection of topic, review of literature, data collection, interpretation of findings
55. Best way to choose best research is to
a. Know relevance of the topic
b. Check for technicalities; ex. Format
c. Completeness
d. Timeliness
56. Which of the following statements regarding the meaning of research are correct
a. It leads to enhancement of knowledge
b. Research refers to a series of systematic activity or activities undertaken to find out the solution of a problem
c. It is a systematic, logical and an unbiased process wherein verification of hypothesis data analysis, interpretation
and formation of principles can be done
d. All of the above
57. A research problem is not feasible if __________________
a. It is researchable
b. It has utility and relevance
c. It is new and adds something to knowledge
d. It consists of independent and dependent variables
58. A good written research should involve
a. Careful checking of references
b. A clear and well written abstract
c. Consistency in the way the thesis is written
d. all of the above
59. Which one is the correct sequence for showing scheme of every Chapter?
a. Introduction, Design of study, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Generalizations, Conclusions and Survey of related
studies and suggestions for further research, References and Appendix
b. Survey of related studies, Introduction, Design of the study, Data-Analysis and interpretation, Conclusions and
generalisations, suggested further study, References, Appendix
c. Survey of related studies, References, Introduction, Design of study, Data analysis and interpretation, Conclusions
and generalizations, Suggestions for further research, Appendix
d. Introduction, Survey of related studies, Design of study, Data-presentation; analysis & Interpretation, Formulation
of generalization & Conclusions, Suggestions for further research, References & Appendix
60. The Principles of fundamental research are used in
a. Action research
b. Applied research
c. Historical research
d. Philosophical research