Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region VIII Eastern Visayas
Division of Leyte
Hilongos National Vocational School
Hilongos, Leyte

MIDTERM EXAM IN PRACTICAL RESEARCH 2

(NEWTON, FRANKLIN, MENDEL, DALTON, KEPLER, RED VELVET, BLACKFOREST)

NAME: ___________________________ SECTION: __________ DATE: ________ SCORE: _____

I. Qualitative and Quantitative Research

IDENTIFICATION. Identify if the statement describes qualitative or quantitative research. Write Q1 for qualitative
and Q2 for quantitative on the blank provided before the number.

1. Aims at exploring the deeper meanings and creating holistic understanding.

2. Can randomly be tested on people, regardless of their background and the context.
3. The researcher is directly involved or immersed in the study
4. Applies thematic generalizations, since population generalization is limited.
5. Looks at patterns and themes.
6. Statistics derived is the sole basis of analysis and interpretation.
7. They always involve numerically measured data.
8. Utilizes close-ended questions and pre-determined answers
9. They are focused on empirical observations that can be quantified.
10. They are more focused on the subjective experience of the participant than quantitative designs.

II. Developing a Literature Review

TRUE OR FALSE. Write true if the statement is correct and false if it is not on the space provided for each item.

________ 1. Blog sites are credible sources of information for a literature review.
________ 2. A background check about the author must be done in order to attain content credibility.
________ 3. Authentic websites usually provide valid contact details at the bottom part of the web layout.
________ 4. There is no need for a researcher to check the date of publication, as everything is useful.
________ 5. Grammar, web layout, and content structure are some of the indicators in checking data accuracy.

III. Nature and Inquiry of Research

MULTIPLE CHOICE. Write letter that corresponds to the correct answer on the blank provided before the
number.

_____ 1. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of research?

A. Scientific B. Objective C. Subjective D. Systematic
_____ 2. The following are major steps in research EXCEPT?
A. Collecting Data B. Distributing Questionnaires C. Analyzing Data D. Interpreting Data
_____ 3. Which is NOT true about research?
A. It follows a procedure
B. It is systematic
C. It can be published without verification and validation
D. It is a continuous process of finding new ways and understanding
_____ 4. Which of the following is a characteristic of research?
A. Feasible B. Subjective C. Opinions-based D. Philosophical
_____ 5. What is the first step in the research process?
A. Selecting Respondents B. Identifying Problem C. Testing D. Collecting Data
_____ 6. What is the ultimate goal of research?
A. Gather Respondents B. Complete the Questionnaires
C. Increase Understanding D. Print the Work
_____ 7. The following are the goals of research EXCEPT?
A. Discover new information B. Increase Understanding
C. Innovate New Ideas D. Encourage Individualization

_____ 8. Which of the following is not true about research?

A. Research is data-driven
B. Research unnecessarily requires to be systematic
C. Research is objective
D. Research is the way of making comprehensive solutions
 _____ 9. What do you need to have before you conduct a research study?
A. Survey Questionnaire B. Research Problem
C. Set of respondents D. Permission Letter
_____ 10. Which of the following is done AFTER collecting data?
A. Selecting respondents B. Tallying results
C. Securing a permission letter D. Deciding the research locale

IV. Variable and Its Types

ANALYSIS. Analyze the following scenarios and determine the dependent, independent, and third variable being
used. Write your answers on the blanks provided for each item. For the third variable, further classify it by placing
a check mark () inside the parentheses before the correct answer.

1. The effectiveness of a reading remediation program was tested on the elementary students to improve their
reading competence; however, results differed when implemented in the rural and urban areas.
Dependent: _____________________ Independent: _______________________
Third Variable: _________________________ Type: ( ) Moderator ( ) Mediating

2. It was found out that the conditional cash transfers (example: 4Ps Financial Assistance) impact child health
outcomes through increasing vaccination rates.
Dependent: _____________________ Independent: _______________________
Third Variable: _________________________ Type: ( ) Moderator ( ) Mediating

3. In a research study about marketing, it was found out that there is a relationship between Corporate Image
and Customer Loyalty. Since the image of a company is influenced by the customer satisfaction, the link
between corporate image and customer loyalty was established.
Dependent: _____________________ Independent: _______________________
Third Variable: _________________________ Type: ( ) Moderator ( ) Mediating

4. Sponge Bob notices that his friend Gary is suffering from slimotosis, which occurs when the shell develops a nasty
slime and gives off a horrible odor. Sponge Bob then tried to rub seaweeds on the shell as a cure. To his surprise,
it cured Gary and all the other inhabitants of Bikini Bottom who are also suffering from slimotosis. But one day,
when they were experiencing an extremely hot climate, the seaweed did not have any effect.
Dependent: _____________________ Independent: _______________________
Third Variable: _________________________ Type: ( ) Moderator ( ) Mediating
5. Suppose a relationship exists between exercise and the desire to eat. As you get older, that relationship still
exists but not as strong as it used to be when you were younger.
Dependent: _____________________ Independent: _______________________
Third Variable: _________________________ Type: ( ) Moderator ( ) Mediating

V. REFERENCING USING THE APA FORMAT 6TH EDITION

APA FORMATING. Arrange the following details using the APA Format 6th Edition. Write your answers on the
space provided for each item (5pts each).

1. 2.
st
Title of the book: Understanding Biomechanics in the 21 Name of Journal: Linguistics Journal
Century Title of the article: Tracing Geography through Language
Author: William Stanley Mapping
Date of Publication: 2016 Author: Maria C. Cuevas, Cardo P. Dalisay, Alyanna L.
Publisher: McGraw Hill Banyaga
Place of Publication: New York Date of Publication: July 6, 2018
___________________________________________ Volume: 12
___________________________________________ Issue Number: 4
___________________________________________ Page Numbers: 26-28
___________________________________________ URL: http://www.linguisticsociety-geography-and-
language/.com
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GOD BLESS!
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Prepared by: Melchi S. Vincoy
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Verified: Aurora N. Paran, Ed. D.

HT-VI, Head, Senior High Dept.