151. A Cluster of propositions with a structure that exhibits some inference is called

(A) An inference

(B) An argument

(C) An explanation

(D) A valid argument

   Answer - (B)   Answer - (B)    

152. In qualitative research paradigm, which of the following features may be considered critical?

(A) Data collection with standardised 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.

   Answer - (C)   Answer - (C)    

153. From the following list of statements identify the set which has negative implications for ‘research ethics’ :

(i) A researcher critically looks at the findings of another research.

(ii) Related studies are cited without proper references.

(iii) Research findings are made the basis for policy making.

(iv) Conduct of practitioner is screened in terms of reported research evidences.

(v) A research study is replicated with a view to verify the evidences from other researches.

(vi) Both policy making and policy implementing processes are regulated in terms of preliminary studies.

Codes:

(A) (i), (ii) and (iii)

(B) (ii), (iii) and (iv)

(C) (ii), (iv) and (vi)

(D) (i), (iii) and (v)

   Answer - (C)   Answer - (C)    

154. In a research on the effect of child-rearing practices on stress-proneness of children in competing school projects, the hypothesis formulated is that ‘child rearing practices do influence stress-proneness’. At the data-analysis stage a null hypothesis is advanced to find out the tenability of research hypothesis. On the basis of the evidence available, the null hypothesis is rejected at 0.01 level of significance. What decision may be warranted in respect of the research hypothesis?

(A) The research hypothesis will also be rejected.

(B) The research hypothesis will be accepted.

(C) Both the research hypothesis and the null hypothesis will be rejected.

(D) No decision can be taken in respect of the research hypothesis.

   Answer - (B)   Answer - (B)    

155. A research intends to explore the effect of possible factors for the organization of effective mid-day meal interventions. Which research method will be most appropriate for this study?

(A) Historical method
(B) Descriptive survey method

(C) Experimental method
(D) Ex-post-facto method

   Answer - (D)   Answer - (D)