TEST BANK FOR KIELHOFNER’S RESEARCH IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY 2ND EDITION BY TAYLOR

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Chapter 2: Classifications and Aims of Research True/False 1. In an experimental design study, researchers might have more than one experimental condition group. ANS: True STD: B.8.5 2. In exp... erimental research, investigators manipulate a dependent variable in order to observe and measure the effect on any independent variables of interest. ANS: False 3. Survey studies may be quantitative, qualitative, or mixed with their methodology. ANS: True 4. Participatory research is the most common form of applied science research conducted in occupational therapy. ANS: False 5. Extraneous variables in a study that may have an effect on the dependent variable and thereby introduce a risk of error in a study are referred to as confounding variables. ANS: True STD: B.8.5 Multiple Choice 6. There are three major ways in which to define and classify research. Which of the following is not one of the primary classifications? A. Major methodological approach B. Research design C. Philosophical rigor D. Research purposes ANS: C 7. There are multiple methodological designs that may be employed while conducting qualitative research studies. Which of the following is not a qualitative method? A. Narrative inquiry B. Phenomenology C. Ethnography D. Controlled trial ANS: D 8. Inclusion of a placebo control group reduces the biasing effects of: A. Expectancy B. Discrimination C. Contamination D. Conformity ANS: A STD: B.8.5 9. A study investigating the subjective perspectives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in a group home would be an example of a: A. Qualitative, phenomenological study B. Quantitative, naturalistic observation study C. Quantitative, experimental study D. Qualitative, quasi-experimental study ANS: A [Show More]

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