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RESEARCH PROJECT CO2 _ Composite MasterSet _ #4 ALL
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is data presentation? | Organizing data into logical, meaningful categories for interpretation. |
| What is the purpose of data presentation? | To make data intelligible, interpretable, and connected to research questions. |
| What are the three main reasons to present data properly? | Catch attention, highlight key information, convey data concisely. |
| What are the three ways of presenting data? | Graphical, tabular, textual. |
| What is a graph? | A pictorial representation showing variations or relationships between variables. |
| What is the purpose of graphing data? | To present changes and relationships attractively and convincingly. |
| What are the two components of graphical presentations? | Data components and descriptive components. |
| What are examples of data components? | Bars, slices, diagrams, visual elements. |
| What are examples of descriptive components? | Title, legend, labels, gridlines, footnotes, data source. |
| What is a pie chart? | A circle divided into proportional sectors representing categories. |
| What is the maximum recommended number of pie slices? | Five slices. |
| Where should the largest pie slice begin? | At the 12 o’clock position. |
| Why avoid bright colors in pie charts? | They distract and reduce clarity. |
| What is a bar graph used for? | Comparing category frequencies quickly. |
| Why should bar graphs start at zero? | To avoid exaggerating differences. |
| Why should bar spacing be limited? | Spaces should not exceed bar width. |
| What is a histogram? | A graph showing distribution of continuous data with no gaps. |
| Why should histogram colors be uniform? | To maintain clarity and avoid distraction. |
| What is a line graph used for? | Tracking changes over time and comparing trends. |
| What is the maximum recommended number of lines in a line graph? | Three lines. |
| What is a scatter plot used for? | Showing correlation or degree of relationship between variables. |
| When should scatter plots be avoided? | When data is too dispersed, too few, too many, or overlapping. |
| What is one guideline for constructing good graphics? | Label axes clearly with units. |
| Why avoid distortion in graphics? | It misrepresents data. |
| Why minimize white space in graphics? | To let the data stand out. |
| Why avoid clutter in graphics? | It distracts from the message. |
| Why avoid 3D effects in graphs? | They distort perception. |
| Why use only one design per graphic? | To keep the focus on the data. |
| What is a table? | A systematic arrangement of data in rows and columns. |
| What is the purpose of tabular presentation? | To simplify data and highlight relationships. |
| Why is tabular presentation part of analysis? | Data must be grouped before interpretation. |
| What should researchers do before creating a table? | Summarize and format data properly. |
| How should rows and columns be assigned? | Rows = groups; columns = variables. |
| Why limit decimal places in tables? | To simplify and maintain consistency. |
| What decimal places does APA recommend for means and SDs? | One decimal place. |
| What decimal places does APA recommend for correlations and proportions? | Two decimal places. |
| What should descriptive tables include? | Units, time periods, data source, coverage. |
| What is an advantage of tabular presentation? | Easy comparison of data. |
| What is another advantage of tabular presentation? | It is economical and space-efficient. |
| What is textual presentation? | Presenting data using sentences, phrases, or paragraphs. |
| What is the main aim of textual presentation? | To emphasize important data and supplement visuals. |
| When must textual explanation accompany visuals? | Whenever a table or graph is shown. |
| Can textual presentation stand alone? | Yes, if sufficiently descriptive. |
| What is a disadvantage of long textual presentation? | It may be boring and hide relationships. |
| What does textual presentation typically include? | Numerals, percentages, comparisons, findings. |
| What should textual presentation focus on? | Important characteristics and key patterns. |
| What is an example of interpretation in textual presentation? | Stating whether teachers are qualified based on summarized data. |
| Why is textual presentation essential in research writing? | It forms the core of Results and Discussion. |
| What is the main purpose of graphical presentation? | To show patterns, trends, and relationships visually. |
| When is graphical presentation most effective? | When comparing quantities or showing trends. |
| What is a limitation of graphical presentation? | It may oversimplify or mislead. |
| When is tabular presentation most effective? | When precise values and detailed comparisons are needed. |
| What is a limitation of tabular presentation? | Large tables may overwhelm readers. |
| When is textual presentation most effective? | When explaining or interpreting findings. |
| What is a limitation of textual presentation? | It may be lengthy and hard to scan. |
| Why must textual explanation accompany visuals? | To interpret and highlight key points. |
| Why avoid clutter in graphics? | It reduces clarity. |
| Why should pie charts be limited to five slices? | Too many slices reduce readability. |
| Why should histograms have no gaps? | They represent continuous data. |
| Why should line graphs use few lines? | Too many lines confuse interpretation. |
| Why must table decimals be consistent? | To avoid misinterpretation. |
| How do researchers choose the best presentation type? | Based on purpose: comparison, trend, detail, or explanation. |
| What is the overall goal of data presentation? | To communicate information clearly, accurately, and meaningfully. |