Practice Multiple Methods And Choice Of Methods (5.2.2)

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Question 1.
What is triangulation in sociology?
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Think about how different perspectives can validate findings.
Question 2.
Name one quantitative method.
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Consider methods that involve numbers and measurements.
3Question 3.
What type of research method focuses on countable data?
- Qualitative
- Quantitative
- Participant Observation
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Think about methods involving numbers.
4Question 4.
True or False: Triangulation refers to using a single method in research.
- True
- False
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Consider what triangulation is meant to enhance.
Question 5.
Design a simple survey to examine community attitudes towards public transportation. Include considerations for sampling.
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What demographics could impact transportation usage?
Question 6.
Critique the potential biases of participant observation. How can researchers address these biases?
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What methods can increase objectivity during observation?

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