Research Aptitude
Question 1 |
The research that aims at immediate application is
A | Action Research |
B | Empirical Research |
C | Conceptual Research |
D | Fundamental Research |
Question 2 |
When two or more successive footnotes refer to the same work which one of the following expressions is used ?
A | ibid |
B | et.al |
C | op.cit : |
D | loc.cit. |
Question 3 |
Nine year olds are taller than seven year olds. This is an example of a reference drawn from
A | Vertical study |
B | Cross-sectional study |
C | Time series study |
D | Experimental study |
Question 4 |
Conferences are meant for
A | Multiple target groups |
B | Group discussions |
C | Show-casing new Research |
D | All the above |
Question 5 |
Ex Post Facto research means
A | The research is carried out after the incident |
B | The research is carried out prior to the incident |
C | The research is carried out along with the happening of an incident. |
D | The research is carried out keeping in mind the possibilities of an incident. |
Question 6 |
Research ethics do not include
A | Honesty |
B | Subjectivity |
C | Integrity |
D | Objectivity |
Question 7 |
A research paper
A | is a compilation of information on a topic. |
B | contains original research as deemed by the author. |
C | contains peer-reviewed original research or evaluation of research conducted by others. |
D | can be published in more than one journal. |
Question 8 |
Which one of the following belongs to the category of good ‘research ethics’?
A | Publishing the same paper in two research journals without telling the editors. |
B | Conducting a review of the literature that acknowledges the contributions of other people in the relevant field or relevant prior work. |
C | Trimming outliers from a data set without discussing your reasons in a research paper. |
D | Including a colleague as an author on a research paper in return for a favor even though the colleague did not make a serious contribution to the paper. |
Question 9 |
Which of the following sampling methods is not based on probability?
A | Simple Random Sampling |
B | Stratified Sampling |
C | Quota Sampling |
D | Cluster Sampling |
Question 10 |
Which one of the following references is written as per Modern Language Association (MLA) format?
A | Hall, Donald. Fundamentals of Electronics, New Delhi : Prentice Hall of India, 2005 |
B | Hall, Donald. Fundamentals of Electronics, New Delhi : Prentice Hall of India, 2005 |
C | Hall, Donald. Fundamentals of Electronics, New Delhi : Prentice Hall of India, 2005 |
D | Hall, Donald. Fundamentals of Electronics, New Delhi : Prentice Hall of India, 2005 |
Question 11 |
A workshop is
A | a conference for discussion on a topic. |
B | a meeting for discussion on a topic |
C | a class at a college or a university in which a teacher and the students discuss a topic. |
D | a brief intensive course for a small group emphasizing the development of a skill or technique for solving a specific problem. |
Question 12 |
A working hypothesis is
A | a proven hypothesis for an argument. |
B | not required to be tested. |
C | a provisionally accepted hypothesis for further research. |
D | a scientific theory. |
Question 13 |
The core elements of dissertation are
A | Introduction; Data Collection; Data Analysis; Conclusions and Recommendations |
B | Executive Summary; Literature review; Data gathered; Conclusions; Bibliography |
C | Research Plan; Research Data; Analysis; References |
D | Introduction; Literature Review; Research Methodology; Results; Discussion and Conclusion |
Question 14 |
What is a Research Design?
A | A way of conducting research that is not grounded in theory. |
B | The choice between using qualitative or quantitative methods. |
C | The style in which you present your research findings e.g. a graph. |
D | A framework for every stage of the collection and analysis of data. |
Question 15 |
“Sampling Cases” means
A | Sampling using a sampling frame |
B | Identifying people who are suitable for research |
C | Literally the researcher’s brief case |
D | Sampling of people, newspapers, television programmes etc. |
Question 16 |
The frequency distribution of a research data which is symmetrical in shape similar to a normal distribution but center peak is much higher, is
A | Skewed |
B | Mesokurtic |
C | Leptokurtic |
D | Platykurtic |
Question 17 |
When planning to do a social research, it is better to
A | Approach the topic with an open mind |
B | Do a pilot study before getting stuck into it |
C | Be familiar with literature on the topic |
D | Forget about theory because this is a very practical |
Question 18 |
When academicians are called to deliver lecture or presentations to an audience on certain topics or a set of topics of educational nature, it is called
A | Training Program |
B | Seminar |
C | Workshop |
D | Symposium |
Question 19 |
The population information is called parameter while the corresponding sample information is known as
A | Universe |
B | Inference |
C | Sampling design |
D | Statistics |
Question 20 |
The sequential operations in scientific research are
A | Co-vaiation, Elimination of Spurious Relations, Generalisation, Theorisation |
B | Generalisation, Co-variation, Theorisation, Elimination of Spurious Relations |
C | Theorisation, Generalisation, Elimination of Spurious Relations, Co-variation |
D | Elimination of Spurious Relations, Theorisation, Generalisation, Co-variation. |
Question 21 |
In sampling, the lottery method is used for
A | Interpretation |
B | Theorisation |
C | Conceptualisation |
D | Randomisation |
Question 22 |
Which is the main objective of research?
A | To review the literature |
B | To summarize what is already known |
C | To get an academic degree |
D | To discover new facts or to make fresh interpretation of known facts |
Question 23 |
Sampling error decreases with the
A | decrease in sample size |
B | increase in sample size |
C | process of randomization |
D | process of analysis |
Question 24 |
The Principles of fundamental research are used in
A | action research |
B | applied research |
C | philosophical research |
D | historical research |
Question 25 |
Which one of the following is not a type of experimental method ?
A | Single group experiment |
B | Residual group experiment |
C | Parallel group experiment |
D | Rational group experiment |
Question 26 |
Which one of the following is not a non-parametric test ?
A | t-test |
B | Sign test |
C | Chi-square test |
D | Run test |
Question 27 |
Read the following statements – one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R) :
Assertion (A) : Qualitative research in India has a long way to go to reach international standards.
Reason (R) : Because the funding agencies do not support qualitative research in academic institutions.
Find the correct answer from the codes given below :
Assertion (A) : Qualitative research in India has a long way to go to reach international standards.
Reason (R) : Because the funding agencies do not support qualitative research in academic institutions.
Find the correct answer from the codes given below :
A | Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A). |
B | Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A). |
C | (A) is true, but (R) is false. |
D | Both (A) and (R) are false. |
Question 28 |
Identify the correct sequence of research steps :
A | Selection of topic, review of literature, data collection, interpretation of findings |
B | Review of literature, selection of topic, data collection, interpretation of findings |
C | Selection of topic, data collection, review of literature, interpretation of findings |
D | Selection of topic, review of literature, interpretation of findings, data collection |
Question 29 |
Deconstruction is a popular method of research in
A | Basic Science |
B | Applied Science |
C | Social Science |
D | Literature |
Question 30 |
With which one of the following techniques communality is associated ?
A | Univariate analysis |
B | Factor analysis |
C | Case studies |
D | SWOT analysis |
Question 31 |
The variable which impacts the relationship between an independent variable and a dependent variable is known as
A | antecedent variable |
B | precedent variable |
C | predictor variable |
D | control variable |
Question 32 |
Which one of the following is a nonprobability sampling method ?
A | Simple Random Sampling |
B | Stratified Sampling |
C | Cluster Sampling |
D | Quota Sampling |
Question 33 |
Who among the following propounded the concept of paradigm?
A | Peter Haggett |
B | Von Thunen |
C | Thomas Kuhn |
D | John K. Wright |
Question 34 |
In a thesis, figures and tables are included in
A | The appendix |
B | A separate chapter |
C | The concluding chapter |
D | The text itself |
Question 35 |
A thesis statement is
A | an observation |
B | a fact |
C | an assertion |
D | a discussion |
Question 36 |
The research approach of Max Weber to understand how people create meanings in natural settings is identified as
A | positive paradigm |
B | critical paradigm |
C | natural paradigm |
D | interpretative paradigm |
Question 37 |
Which one of the following is a non probability sampling?
A | Simple Random |
B | Purposive |
C | Systematic |
D | Stratified |
Question 38 |
The research stream of immediate application is
A | Conceptual research |
B | Action research |
C | Fundamental research |
D | Empirical research |
Question 39 |
In a Ph.D. thesis which one is the correct sequence for showing scheme of Chapterisation?
A | Survey of related studies, Introduction, Design of the study, Data-Analysis and interpretation, Conclusions and generalisations, suggested further study, References, Appendix |
B | Introduction, Design of study, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Generalizations, Conclusions and Survey of related studies and suggestions for further research, References and Appendix |
C | Introduction, Survey of related studies, Design of study, Data-presentation; analysis & Interpretation, Formulation of generalization & Conclusions, Suggestions for further research, References & Appendix |
D | Survey of related studies, References, Introduction, Design of study, Data analysis and interpretation, Conclusions and generalizations, Suggestions for further research, Appendix |
Question 40 |
Which of the following is not the critical feature of qualitative research?
A | Actual settings are the direct source of data. |
B | Data take the forms of words or pictures. |
C | Seeking to establish relationships among measured social facts. |
D | Researcher becomes immersed in the situation, present or past related to the phenomena. |
Question 41 |
A detailed description of methodology of research is required in
A | Thesis/Dissertation |
B | Symposium/Workshop |
C | Seminar paper/Articles |
D | Conference and Seminar Papers |
Question 42 |
Research ethics has a direct connection more often with which stages of research?
A | Defining and delimiting the scope of research. |
B | Problem formulation and reporting of research findings. |
C | Defining the population and deciding the sampling technique for research. |
D | Deciding about statistical techniques and data analysis. |
Question 43 |
There are two sets given below, Set-I consists of methods of research and Set-II indicates their procedural characteristics. Match the two sets and choose your answer from the codes given below:


A | i iii iv v vii |
B | iii iv v vi vii |
C | i ii iii iv v |
D | iii vi v ii i |
Question 44 |
Which of the following steps are required to design a questionnaire?
(a) Writing primary and secondary aims of the study.
(b) Review of the current literature.
(c) Prepare a draft of questionnaire.
(d) Revision of the draft.
(a) Writing primary and secondary aims of the study.
(b) Review of the current literature.
(c) Prepare a draft of questionnaire.
(d) Revision of the draft.
A | (a), (b), (c) and (d) |
B | (a), (b) and (c) |
C | (a), (c) and (d) |
D | (b), (c) and (d) |
Question 45 |
The conclusions/findings of which type of research cannot be generalized to other situations?
A | Causal Comparative Research |
B | Historical Research |
C | Descriptive Research |
D | Experimental Research |
Question 46 |
A good thesis writing should involve:
(a) Reduction of punctuation and grammatical errors to a minimum.
(b) Careful checking of references.
(c) Consistency in the way the thesis is written.
(d) A clear and well written abstract.
(a) Reduction of punctuation and grammatical errors to a minimum.
(b) Careful checking of references.
(c) Consistency in the way the thesis is written.
(d) A clear and well written abstract.
A | (b), (c) and (d) |
B | (a), (b), (c) and (d) |
C | (a), (b) and (c) |
D | (a), (b) and (d) |
Question 47 |
Which of the following statements regarding the meaning of research are correct?
(a) Research refers to a series of systematic activity or activities undertaken to find out the solution of a problem.
(b) It is a systematic, logical and an unbiased process wherein verification of hypothesis, data analysis, interpretation and formation of principles can be done.
(c) It is an intellectual enquiry or quest towards truth.
(d) It leads to enhancement of knowledge.
(a) Research refers to a series of systematic activity or activities undertaken to find out the solution of a problem.
(b) It is a systematic, logical and an unbiased process wherein verification of hypothesis, data analysis, interpretation and formation of principles can be done.
(c) It is an intellectual enquiry or quest towards truth.
(d) It leads to enhancement of knowledge.
A | (a), (b), (c) and (d) |
B | (a), (b) and (c) |
C | (b), (c) and (d) |
D | (a), (c) and (d) |
Question 48 |
Jean Piaget gave a theory of cognitive development of humans on the basis of his:
A | Evaluation Research |
B | Fundamental Research |
C | Applied Research |
D | Action Research |
Question 49 |
“Male and female students perform equally well in a numerical aptitude test.” This statement indicates a:
A | Statistical hypothesis |
B | Research hypothesis |
C | Null hypothesis |
D | Directional hypothesis |
Question 50 |
In qualitative research paradigm, which of the following features may be considered critical?
A | Data collection with standardized research tools. |
B | Sampling design with probability sample techniques. |
C | Data collection with bottom-up empirical evidences. |
D | Data gathering to take with top-down systematic evidences. |
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