Question 1

With respect to sampling in field studies,which of the following is least accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)   field studies can use only non-probability samples
B)   field studies can use only probability samples
C)   field studies primarily use non-probability samples
D)   field studies can be accomplished by using probability and non-probability samplesE) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Which of the following sampling techniques would not be appropriate for field research?

Accepted Answer

A)   snowball
B)   purposive sampling
C)   stratified sampling
D)   probabilityE) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 3

Finding the right sponsor in a formal organization is often the most important step in gaining access.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following statements is not true concerning field research?

Accepted Answer

A)   it does not provide a comprehensive perspective to the researcher
B)   it often involves theory creation
C)   it often combines observation and asking questions
D)   it can provide both qualitative and quantitative dataE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 5

As a rule,field research is usually weak on_________ because of the type of sampling used.

Accepted Answer

generalizability

Question 6

Identify the difference between the various roles of the observer in field research.Offer an example of a research scenario that would be appropriate for each role.

Accepted Answer

The various roles of the observer in fie...

Question 7

What is the proper relationship between validity and reliability with respect to field research?

Accepted Answer

A)   field research is weak on validity but strong on generalizability
B)   field research is strong on validity and strong on reliability
C)   field research is strong on validity and strong on generalizability
D)   field research is strong on validity and weak on reliabilityE) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 8

__________refers to the importance that subjects not be affected by the researcher's role as
observer.

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The answer of __________refers to the importance that subjects not...

Question 9

If the subjects know that they are being studied,which of the following is not likely to result?

Accepted Answer

A)   the subjects may change their behavior and their language
B)   the subjects may reject the researcher
C)   the process being observed may change
D)   they ignore the researcherE) B) and D)
F) C) and D) D

Question 10

Why is it often necessary to supplement field research with other forms of data? Give examples of other types of data that are often used in criminal justice research and how each may be used as a link to field research.

Accepted Answer

It is often necessary to supplement fiel...

Question 11

Qualitative field research is very reliable.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

When doing field research,researchers should be aware that sampling dimensions can be impacted by the varying behavior of people affected by the:

Accepted Answer

A)   time of day or year
B)   weather
C)   location where the observations may take place
D)   all of the aboveE) A) and B)
F) A) and C) D

Question 13

Sponsors,who help a researcher gain access to a subculture,are also known as:

Accepted Answer

A)   active criminals
B)   participant observers
C)   natives
D)   informantsE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 14

Which of the following is true concerning qualitative field research?

Accepted Answer

A)   it is often a theory or hypothesis generating activity
B)   always has clear operational definitions of key terms
C)   must begin with clearly stated and defined hypotheses
D)   does not define the nature of a crime problem being studiedE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

Field research is usually considered to be strong on validity yet weak on _____________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Field research is usually considered to be...

Question 16

On the continuum of methods for recording observations,one extreme is taking notes with pen and paper,the other extreme is:

Accepted Answer

A)   video recording
B)   participant observation
C)   total participation
D)   interviewsE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 17

In an attempt to gain access to a formal organization,you have found a sponsor,sent a letter and spoken with the director by phone.You are now ready for the meeting and you should do each of the following except for

Accepted Answer

A)   going to the meeting prepared about the organization so that you can speak with the director from an informed position
B)   flattering the director, complement them on their attire, hair style and anything else you can think of
C)   asking for any procedures manuals or reports that may assist in your research
D)   being sure to use the right words of encouragement and your best interviewing skillsE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 18

Field Research in Criminal Justice produces the following type(s) of data:

Accepted Answer

A)   quantitative
B)   qualitative
C)   quantitative and qualitative
D)   clerical errorsE) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 19

Recording graffiti might be best accomplished through:

Accepted Answer

A)   field notes
B)   still photographs
C)   video recording
D)   drawingsE) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 20

There are 2 different methods for obtaining data in field research,asking questions and:

Accepted Answer

A)   making direct observation
B)   searching documents
C)   finding answers
D)   analyzing existing dataE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Exam 11: Field-Research

With respect to sampling in field studies,which of the following is least accurate?

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Which of the following sampling techniques would not be appropriate for field research?

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Finding the right sponsor in a formal organization is often the most important step in gaining access.

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Which of the following statements is not true concerning field research?

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As a rule,field research is usually weak on_________ because of the type of sampling used.

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Identify the difference between the various roles of the observer in field research.Offer an example of a research scenario that would be appropriate for each role.

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What is the proper relationship between validity and reliability with respect to field research?

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__________refers to the importance that subjects not be affected by the researcher's role as observer.

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If the subjects know that they are being studied,which of the following is not likely to result?

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Why is it often necessary to supplement field research with other forms of data? Give examples of other types of data that are often used in criminal justice research and how each may be used as a link to field research.

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Qualitative field research is very reliable.

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When doing field research,researchers should be aware that sampling dimensions can be impacted by the varying behavior of people affected by the:

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Sponsors,who help a researcher gain access to a subculture,are also known as:

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Which of the following is true concerning qualitative field research?

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Field research is usually considered to be strong on validity yet weak on _____________.

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On the continuum of methods for recording observations,one extreme is taking notes with pen and paper,the other extreme is:

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In an attempt to gain access to a formal organization,you have found a sponsor,sent a letter and spoken with the director by phone.You are now ready for the meeting and you should do each of the following except for

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Field Research in Criminal Justice produces the following type(s) of data:

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Recording graffiti might be best accomplished through:

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There are 2 different methods for obtaining data in field research,asking questions and:

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