Test Bank For Qualitative Research Methods for Business Students A Global Approach Kingsley O. Omeihe, Christian Harrison Chapter 1-12 Chapter 1: The nature of qualitative researchMultiple choice questions For each of the following questions read each question carefully then choose the answer you believe is most correct.
1. Which of the following best defines research? a. It is a form of systematic enquiry undertaken to contribute to new knowledge or expand the existing knowledge base. b. Just a means of collecting data. c. The use of surveys and interviews d. The use of statistical information to analyse data. Ans: A
2. Which of these is not a rationale for conducting research? a. To provide solutions to problems. b. To build new knowledge and expand the existing knowledge base. c. To understand a phenomenon, situation or behaviour under study. d. To satisfy illegitimate gains. Ans: D
3. Which one of the following is not true? a. Basic research is also known as pure research. b. Basic research is also known as fundamental research. c. Applied research is also known as solution-oriented research. d. Applied research is also known as fundamental research. Ans: D