1.

One of the methods for determining mode is

(a) Mode = 2 Median -3 Mean
(b) Mode = 3 Median – 2 Mean
(c) Mode = 2 Mean – 3 Median
(d) Mode = 3 Mean – 2 Median

2. Mode is the
(a) middle most frequent value
(b) least frequent value
(c) maximum frequent value
(d) none of these

3. The algebraic sum of the deviations of a frequency distribution from its mean is always,
(a) greater than zero
(b) less than zero
(c) zero
(d) a non-zero number

4. Construction of a cumulative frequency table is useful in determining the

(a) mean
(b) median
(c) mode
(d) none of these

5. Which of the following can not be determined graphically?

(a) Mean
(b) Median
(c) Mode
(d) None of these

6. The absccissa of the point of intersection of the less than type and of the more than type
cumulative frequency curves of a grouped data gives its
(a) Mean
(b) Median
(c) Mode
(d) None of these

7. For the following distribution

C.I. 0-5 6-11 12-17 18-23 24-29

f 26 20 30 16 22
the upper limit of the median class is
(a) 18.5
(b) 18
(c) 17.5
(d) 17

For the following distribution

Marks No. of students

Less than 20 4

Less than 40 12

Less than 60 25

Less than 80 56

Less than 100 74

Less than 120 80

the modal class is
(a) 20 – 40
(b) 40 – 60
(c) 60 – 80
(d) 80 -100

8. For the following distribution

Monthly Expenditure (?) No. of families

Expenditure les than ? 10,000 15

Expenditure les than ? 13,000 31

Expenditure les than ? 16,000 50

Expenditure les than ? 19,000 67

Expenditure les than ?22,000 85

Expenditure les than ?25,000 100

The number of families having expenditure range (in ?) 16,000 – 19,000 is
(a) 15
(b) 16
(c) 17
(d) 19

9. In the given data:

C.I. f

65-85 4

85 – 105 5

105 – 125 13

125 – 145 20

145 – 165 14

165 – 185 7

185 – 205 4
the difference of the upper limit of the median class and the lower limit of the modal class is
(a) 38
(b) 20
(c) 19
(d) 0

10. For the following distribution

Cl 0-5 5-10 10-15 15-20 20-25

f 10 15 12 20 9
the difference of the upper limit of the median class and the lower limit of the modal class is
(a) 0
(b) 5
(c) 10
(d) -5

11. For the following distribution

Marks 0-10 10-20 20-30 30-40 40-5

No. of students 3 9 13 10 5
the number of students who got marks less than 30 is
(a) 13
(b) 25
(c) 10
(d) 12

12. For the following distribution

Marks obtained No. of students

More than or equal to 0 63

More than or equal to 10 58

More than or equal to 20 55

More than or equal to 30 51

More than or equal to 40 48

More than or equal to 50 42

the frequency of the class 20-30 is
(a) 35
(b) 4
(c) 48
(d) 51

13. The times, in seconds, taken by 150 atheletes to run a 100 m hurdle race are tabulated below:

C.I. f

13.8-14 3

14 – 14.2 4

14.2 – 14.4 6

14.4 – 14.6 69

14.6 – 14.8 48
 14.8-15 20
The number of atheletes who completed the race in less than 14.6 seconds is
(a) 13
(b) 69
(c) 82
(d) 130

14. di is the deviation of xi from assumed mean a. If mean = x+∑fidi∑fi, then x is
(a) class size ‘
(b) number of observations
(c) assumed mean
(d) none of these

15. Mean of 100 items is 49. It was discovered that three items which should have been 60, 70,
80 were wrongly read as 40, 20, 50 respectively. The correct mean is
(a) 48
(b) 49
(c) 50
(d) 60

16. Choose the correct answer from the given four options : In the formula

for finding the mean of grouped data d1 s are deviation from a of

(a) lower limits of the classes

(b) upper limits of the classes
(c) mid points of the classes
(d) frequencies of the class marks

17. While computing mean of grouped data, we assume that the frequencies are

(a) evenly distributed over all the classes

(b) centred at the classmarks of the classes
(c) centred at the upper limits of the classes
(d) centred at the lower limits of the classes

18. A car travels from city A to city B, 120 km apart at an average speed of 50 km/h. It then
makes a return trip at an average speed of 60 km/h. It covers another 120 km distance at an
average speed of 40 km/h. The average speed over the entire 360 km will be

ANS: b

19. For the following distribution:

Marks Number of Students

Below 10 3

Below 20 12

Below 30 27

Below 40 57

Below 50 75

Below 60 80
the modal class is
(a) 10 – 20
(b) 20 – 30
(c) 30 – 40
(d) 50 – 60

20.Mode and mean of a data are 12k and 15A. Median of the data is
(a) 12k
(b) 14k
(c) 15k
(d) 16k

21. The median from the table is

Value Frequency

7 2

8 1

9 4

10 5

11 6

12 1

13 3
(a) 11
(b) 10
(c) 12
(d) 11.5

22. Cumulative frequency curve is also called

(a) histogram
(b) ogive
(c) bar graph
(d) median

23. The mode and mean is given by 7 and 8, respectively. Then the median is:
(a)1/13
(b)13/3
(c)23/3
(d)33
24. The mean of the data: 4, 10, 5, 9, 12 is;
(a)8
(b)10
(c)9
(d)15

25. The median of the data 13, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20 is:
(a)30/2
(b)31/2
(c)33/2
(d)35/2

26. If AM of a, a+3, a+6, a+9 and a+12 is 10, then a is equal to;
(a)1
(b)2
(c)3
(d)4

27. The class interval of a given observation is 10 to 15, then the classmark for this interval
will be:
(a)11.5
(b)12.5
(c)12
(d)14
28. The mean of following distribution is:

xi 11 14 17 20

fi 3 6 8 7
(a)15.6
(b)17
(c)14.8
(d)16.4
29. While computing mean of the grouped data, we assume that the frequencies are:

(A) evenly distributed over all the classes                                         

(B) centered at the class marks of the classes

(C) centered at the upper limits of the classes

(D) centered at the lower limits of the classes

1. Research is

(A) Searching again and again

(B) Finding solution to any problem

(C) Working in a scientific way to search for truth of any problem

(D) None of the above

Answer: (C)

2. Which of the following is the first step in starting the research process?
(A) Searching sources of information to locate problem.

(B) Survey of related literature

(C) Identification of problem

(D) Searching for solutions to the problem

Answer: (C)

3. A common test in research demands much priority on

(A) Reliability

(B) Useability

(C) Objectivity

(D) All of the above

Answer: (D)

4. Action research means

(A) A longitudinal research

(B) An applied research

 (C) A research initiated to solve an immediate problem

(D) A research with socioeconomic objective

Answer: (C)

5. A reasoning where we start with certain particular statements and conclude with a
universal statement is called
(A) Deductive Reasoning

(B) Inductive Reasoning

(C) Abnormal Reasoning

(D) Transcendental Reasoning

Answer: (B)

6. Which of the following variables cannot be expressed in quantitative terms?

(A) Socio-economic Status

(B) Marital Status

(C) Numerical Aptitude

(D) Professional Attitude

Answer: (C)

7. The essential qualities of a researcher are

(A) Spirit of free enquiry

(B) Reliance on observation and evidence

(C) Systematization or theorizing of knowledge

(D) All the above

Answer: (D)
8. In the process of conducting research ‘Formulation of Hypothesis” is followed by
(A) Statement of Objectives

(B) Analysis of Data

(C) Selection of Research Tools

(D) Collection of Data

Answer: (C)

9. A research paper is a brief report of research work based on

(A) Primary Data only

(B) Secondary Data only

(C) Both Primary and Secondary Data

(D) None of the above

Answer: (C)

10. The chapter that details the way in which the research was conducted is the _________
chapter

Introduction
Literature review
Research methodology
Data analysis
Conclusion and recommendations

11. 3. Business research has an inherent value to the extent that it helps management make
better decisions. Interesting information about consumers, employees, or competitors
might be pleasant to have, but its value is limited if the information cannot be applied to a
critical decision.

True
False

12. The researcher should never report flaws in procedural design and estimate their effect on
the findings.

True
 False

13. Adequate analysis of the data is the least difficult phase of research for the novice.

True
False

14. The validity and reliability of the data should be checked occasionally

True
False

15. Researchers are tempted to rely too heavily on data collected in a prior study and use it in
the interpretation of a new study

True
False

16. What is a good research? The following are correct except

Purpose clearly defined

Research process detailed
Research design thoroughly planned
Findings presented ambiguously

17. Greater confidence in the research is warranted if the researcher is experienced, has a
good reputation in research, and is a person of integrity

True
False

18. A complete disclosure of methods and procedures used in the research study is required.
Such openness to scrutiny has a positive effect on the quality of research. However,
competitive advantage often mitigates against methodology disclosure in business
research.

True
False

19. Research is any organized inquiry carried out to provide information for solving
problems.

True
False

20. In deduction, the conclusion must necessarily follow from the reasons given. In inductive
argument there is no such strength of relationship between reasons and conclusions.

True
 False

21. Conclusions must necessarily follow from the premises. Identify the type of arguments
that follows the above condition.

Induction
Combination of Induction and Deduction
Deduction Variables

22. Eminent scientists who claim there is no such thing as the scientific method, or if exists,
it is not revealed by what they write, caution researchers about using template like
approaches

True
False

23. One of the terms given below is defined as a bundle of meanings or characteristics
associated with certain events, objects, conditions, situations, and the like

Construct
Definition
Concept
Variable

24. This is an idea or image specifically invented for a given research and/or theory building
purpose

Concept
Construct
Definition
Variables

25. The following are the synonyms for independent variable except

Stimulus
Manipulated
Consequence
Presumed Cause

26. In the research process, a management dilemma triggers the need for a decision.

True
False

27. Every research proposal, regardless of length should include two basic sections. They are:

Research question and research methodology

Research proposal and bibliography
 Research method and schedule
Research question and bibliography

28. The purpose of the research proposal is:

To generate monetary sources for the organization

To present management question to be researched and its importance
To discuss the research efforts of others who have worked on related management
question.

29. A proposal is also known as a:

Work plan
Prospectus
Outline
Draft plan
All of the above

30. Non response error occurs when you cannot locate the person or could not encourage the
respondent to participate in answering.

True
False

31. Secondary data can almost always be obtained more quickly and at a lower cost than
__________data.

Tertiary
Collective
Research
Primary

32. The purpose of __________________ research is to help in the process of developing a

clear and precise statement of the research problem rather than in providing a definitive
answer.

Marketing
Causal
Exploratory
Descriptive

33. Scale that indicates the relative position of two or more objects or some characteristics is
called

A) Ranking Scale

B) b) Ordinal Scale
 C) c) Arbitrary Scale

D) d) Ratio Scale

34. Method that involves the selection of items by a panel of judges on the basis of their
relevance, the potential for ambiguity, and the level of the attitude they represent

a) Cumulative scale

b) b) Arbitrary Scale

c) Item Analysis

d) d) Consensus Scaling

35. 6) Even numbered non-verbal rating scale using single adjectives instead of bipolar
opposites is

36. called

a) Semantic Differential b) Multi-dimensional scaling

b) Stapel Scale d) Standardised Instruments

37. 7) Instrument’s ability to accurately measure variability in stimuli or response is known

as

a) Sensitivity b) Practicality c) Generalisablity d) Economy

38. 8) 7-point rating scale with end-points associated with bipolar labels that have semantic
meaning is

a) Semantic differential scale b) Constant Sum Scale

b) Graphic Rating Scale d) Likert Scale

39. 9) Scale in which the respondent directly compares two or more objects and makes
choices among
40. them is

a) Ranking Scale b) Rating Scale c) Graphic Scale d) None of these

41. 11) Original source from which researcher directly collects the data that has not been
previously

42. collected

a) Primary data b) Secondary Data c) Tertiary Data d) None of these

43. 12) Technique in which the respondents and/or the clients communicate and/or observe
by use

44. of the internet

a) Online Ethnography b) Online Interview

b) Online Questionnaire d) Online Focus Group

45. 13) Issue to be considered for the secondary data include which of the following a)

Sufficiency b) Reliability c) Suitability d) All of the above

46. Method that involves recording the behavioural pattern of people, objects and events in a

systematic manner to obtain information about the phenomenon of interest

a) Observation b) Online Survey c) Schedules d) Warranty Cards

47. 15) Technique that allow several members of a hiring company to interview a job
candidate at

48. the same time is

a) Panel Interview b) Self administered interview

b) Mail Interview d) Electronic Interview

49. 17) Qualitative methods are probably the oldest of all the scientific techniques, the
method of

50. qualitative research is:

a) Questionnaire b) Attitude Scales c) Depth Interview d)

Observation

51. 18) In validity of measurement scales, validity can be measured through several methods
like

a) Content b) Criterion c) Construct d) All of the above

52. 20) The most common scales used in research are

a) Nominal b) Ratio c) Ordinal d) All of the above

53. 21) In scale construction technique, scale can be developed by

a) Ratio Scale b) Cumulative Scale c) Nominal scale d) Ordinal

scale

54. 22) The criteria for good scale is developed by

a) Reliability b) Practicability c) Sensitivity d) All of the above

55. 24) The main problem in questionnaire is

a) Accessible to Diverse Respondent

b) Greater Anonymity

c) Shows an inability of respondent to provide information

d) None of these