1. Which of the following research specifically requires objectivity to discover facts and causes from the data gathered for the purpose?
[A] Quantitative research
[B] Qualitative research
[C] Action research
[D] Fundamental research
Answer: Option A
2. The scientific method can be used _____.
[A] Only in physical sciences such as physics and chemistry
[B] Only in social sciences
[C] Both A and B
[D] None
Answer: Option C
3. In psychology and education, experimental research is also termed as _____.
[A] S-R (stimulus-response) research
[B] Historical research
[C] Analytical research
[D] Post Facto research
Answer: Option A
4. In the method of naturalistic observation, there will be _____.
[A] Haphazard behaviour as it naturally occurs
[B] Setting up of controlled experiments by which they uncover causal elements in behaviour
[C] Interview subjects at different stages of life
[D] Set out to actively observe subjects in their natural environments
Answer: Option D
5. The important prerequisites of a research in sciences, social sciences and humanities are _____.
[A] Archives, supervisor, topic and flexibility in thinking
[B] Laboratory skills, records, supervisor and topic
[C] Supervisor, topic, critical analysis and patience
[D] Topic, supervisor, good temperament and preconceived notion
Answer: Option C