Research Methodology - Dr. Krishan K. Pandey

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2. “It is never safe to take published statistics at their face value without knowing their meaning and
limitations.” Elucidate this statement by enumerating and explaining the various points which you would
consider before using any published data. Illustrate your answer by examples wherever possible.
3. Examine the merits and limitations of the observation method in collecting material. Illustrate your answer
with suitable examples.
4. Describe some of the major projective techniques and evaluate their significance as tools of scientific
social research.
5. How does the case study method differ from the survey method? Analyse the merits and limitations of
case study method in sociological research.
6. Clearly explain the difference between collection of data through questionnaires and schedules.
7. Discuss interview as a technique of data collection.
8. Write short notes on:
(a) Depth interviews;
(b) Important aspects of a questionnaire;
(c) Pantry and store audits;
(d) Thematic Apperception Test;
(e) Holtzman Inkbolt Test.
9. What are the guiding considerations in the construction of questionnaire? Explain.
10. Critically examine the following:
(i) Interviews introduce more bias than does the use of questionnaire.
(ii) Data collection through projective techniques is considered relatively more reliable.
(iii) In collection of statistical data commonsense is the chief requisite and experience the chief teacher.
11. Distinguish between an experiment and survey. Explain fully the survey method of research.
[M. Phi. (EAFM) Exam. 1987 Raj. Uni.]
12. “Experimental method of research is not suitable in management field.” Discuss, what are the problems in
the introduction of this research design in business organisation?
[M.B.A. (Part I) Exam. 1985 Raj. Uni.]