Saurastra University 2006 M.B.A Research Methodology : C-4207 - Question Paper

M. B. A. Sem. II exam
April / May – 2006
Research Methodology : C-4207
(New Course)
Time : three Hours] [Total Marks : 70
Instruction : All ques. are compulsory and carry equal marks.
1 “A research scholar has to work as a judge and drive the truth
and not as a pleader who is only eager to prove his case in favor
of hs plaintiff.”–Discuss the statement and point out research
types.
2 “Knowing what data are available often serves to narrow down the
issue itself as well as the technique that might be used.”
discuss the underlying idea of statement in situation with research
problem.
OR
2 All science moves in the direction of greater precision. This takes
many forms but 1 fundamental form in measuring such
measurement is possible through “scaling techniques”. explain the
importance of scaling techniques in reference to statement.
3 What do you understand by random sampling ? How random
sample is opted ? Is a simple random sampling always better
than complex random sampling ?
OR
3 Enumerate the various methods of collecting data. Which 1 is
the most suitable for conducting enquiry regarding new mobile
in Indian market. discuss its merits and demerits.
4 Write short note on any 2 of subsequent :
(a) 2 group simple randomized design
(b) Classification of data
(c) Use of computers in research.
OR
4 Prepare a research proposal for an investigation of the success of
Ford Fiesta in Indian Market.
5 (a) Before an increase in excise duty on tea 400 people out of
500 are obtained to be tea drinkers. After an increase in duty
400 people were tea drinkers in a sample of 600. State
whether there is significant reduce in consumption of tea
or not ?
(b) subsequent info provides relation ranging from economical
condition and educatin of learner. Can we say that education
is effected by economic condition of the learner ?
Class Higher Edu. Secondary Edu. Primary Edu.
Rich 10 15 25
Middle 15 20 40
Poor five 15 25
(Table Value : 9.488)
SY–8151] two [ 500 /14-8]

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