Question 1

Survey research methods and qualitative research methods are incompatible and should never be combined.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Give a comparative analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of survey research.

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Survey research has several strengths and weaknesses that should be considered when using this method for data collection.

Strengths:
1. Efficient data collection: Surveys allow researchers to gather a large amount of data from a large number of participants in a relatively short amount of time.
2. Standardized data: Surveys use standardized questions and response options, which makes it easier to compare and analyze data across different groups or time periods.
3. Anonymity: Participants can feel more comfortable providing honest and candid responses to sensitive topics when they can remain anonymous.
4. Cost-effective: Surveys can be conducted at a relatively low cost, especially when compared to other data collection methods such as interviews or focus groups.

Weaknesses:
1. Response bias: Participants may not always provide accurate or truthful responses, leading to response bias and potentially skewed results.
2. Limited depth: Surveys often provide limited depth of information, as they typically rely on closed-ended questions and do not allow for in-depth exploration of topics.
3. Lack of context: Surveys may not capture the full context of a participant's response, as they do not allow for follow-up questions or probing for more detailed information.
4. Sampling issues: Surveys may suffer from sampling issues, such as non-response bias or a lack of representativeness of the target population.

In conclusion, survey research offers efficient and cost-effective data collection with standardized responses, but it also has limitations such as response bias, limited depth, lack of context, and sampling issues. Researchers should carefully consider these strengths and weaknesses when deciding whether to use surveys for their research.

Question 3

In general,strengths of survey research include

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A)   making large samples feasible.
B)   showing causality.
C)   flexible uncovering of deeper meanings for each respondent .
D)   directly measuring what people actually do, not just what they say.

Question 4

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of online surveys.

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Question 5

Because the rates under treatment approach to needs assessment looks only at those currently utilizing services,it is vulnerable to underestimating the true extent of need.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 6

The spread of telephone answering machines has improved the quality of data collected by telephone surveys.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

In general,survey research is an appropriate observational method for

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A)   describing a population too large to observe directly.
B)   cross-sectional or longitudinal studies.
C)   the measurement of attitudes prevalent in a larger population
D)   all of these.

Question 8

A major advantage of the key informants and community forum approaches to needs assessment is the representativeness of the opinions expressed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Describe three research questions for which survey research is an appropriate technique of observation.Explain whether these three topics are better suited to an interview or a mailed questionnaire and why.

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Question 10

Although online surveys can obtain large samples inexpensively,the respondents may NOT be representative of the rest of the population.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

When asking questionnaire items,the interviewer should

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A)   ask every question even if the respondent has apparently answered it already.
B)   skip questions that the respondent cannot answer and return to them at the end of the interview.
C)   react to a question after the respondent has answered to show interest
D)   give help on difficult questions.
E)   summarize the respondent's answers so that they are more meaningful answers.

Question 12

Whenever the interview contains open-ended questions,it is important that the interviewer summarize and paraphrase what has been said so that a more meaningful interpretation can be given to the data.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Interview surveys have a number of advantages over mail surveys.Which of the following is NOT one of those advantages?

Accepted Answer

A)   Higher response rates.
B)   There is generally a smaller number of "don't knows" and "no answers."
C)   There are a smaller number of relevant responses given.
D)   Observations can be made. C

Question 14

The interviewer should be a neutral medium through which questions and answers are transmitted.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The best time to send an e-mail message inviting people to respond to an online survey is late at night.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

For any survey to have any value,the response rate must be at least 50 percent.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following is (are) an advantage of the community forum approach to needs assessment?

Accepted Answer

A)   feasibility.
B)   representativeness of sample.
C)   It is unlikely to be influenced by those with vested interests.
D)   Everyone is equally likely to express his or her views.

Question 18

Which of the following is (are) an advantage of the social indicators approach to needs assessment?

Accepted Answer

A)   unobtrusiveness.
B)   inexpensiveness.
C)   Reliable data am readily available.
D)   unobtrusiveness and inexpensiveness

Question 19

Which of the following statements is/are true about mailed surveys?

Accepted Answer

A)   Cover letters should be avoided so as to save costs and reduce the amount of material the respondent must read.
B)   Response rates are considered good only if they exceed 80%.
C)   Follow-up mailings are essential.
D)   All of these are true about mailed surveys.

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT true about follow-up mailings in mailed surveys in which the respondents are not identified on the questionnaire?

Accepted Answer

A)   It is impossible to re-mail only to nonrespondents.
B)   The follow-up mailing could go to respondents and nonrespondents.
C)   Including a stamped, self-addressed postcard in the original mailing can make it possible to re-mail only to nonrespondents.
D)   Two follow-up mailings are the norm.

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Although online surveys can obtain large samples inexpensively,the respondents may NOT be representative of the rest of the population.

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Whenever the interview contains open-ended questions,it is important that the interviewer summarize and paraphrase what has been said so that a more meaningful interpretation can be given to the data.

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