Comprehensive Case Study quiz
and answers updated 2024
True Experiment (Lecture Week 9) - CORRECT ANSWER Measuring two or more
variables without manipulating them to measure the relational strength and direction
between two variables.
Strengths:
-Causality
-control
-random assignments
-replicability
-internal validity
-stat. analysis
Weaknesses:
-complexity
-limited generalizability
Quasi-Experimental Design (Lecture Week 9) - CORRECT ANSWER Similar to
experimental design but lacks random assignment. It is used when random assignment
is not possible or ethical.
Strengths:
-Ethical and Practical
-Real-World Applicability
-Flexible
-Use of existing data
Weaknesses:
-Confounding Variables
-Causality Challenges
-Selection Bias
-Complexity in Analysis
, Qualitative design (Lecture Week 9) - CORRECT ANSWER Focuses on understanding
the meaning and experiences of participants through methods like interviews, focus
groups, and observations. It provides in-depth insights into complex issues.
Strengths:
-In-depth understanding
-Contextual Analysis
-Exploratory nature
Weaknesses:
-Subjectivity
-Limited generalizabilty
Mixed-Methods Design (Lecture Week 9) - CORRECT ANSWER Combines both
qualitative and quantitative approaches to provide a comprehensive understanding of
the research problem.
Strengths:
-Triangulation
-Flexibility
-Rich Data
-Enhanced Credibility
Weaknesses:
-Complexity
-Resource Intensive
-Data integration challenges
Longitudinal Design (Lecture Week 9) - CORRECT ANSWER Studies the same
subjects over a period of time to observe changes and developments.
Strengths:
-Establishes Sequence of events
-detailed data collection
-identifies developmental trends
Weaknesses:
-time-consuming
-expensive
-participant attrition
-complex data management
-Potential for confounding variables
True experiments are distinct from quasi-experimental designs primarily because they
... (Quiz 8) - CORRECT ANSWER offer higher control over variables and random
assignments