Practice Questions

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2018 HSC Paper

Question 21 (4 marks)

Describe the advantages and disadvantages of presenting primary data in the form of graphs and tables.

Question 27 (6 marks)

A student has chosen to research:

"The effect of socioeconomic status on the ability of individuals to access health services"

Discuss the suitability of TWO sampling methods for this research topic.

2017 HSC Paper

Question 22 (5 marks)

Explain how bias can occur when conducting research.

Question 25 (8 marks)

Compare the suitability of TWO research methodologies that could be used to research the childcare needs of parents and children in a culturally diverse area.

2016 HSC Paper

Question 22 (8 marks)

Explain the importance of confidentiality when conducting research into sensitive topics.

Question 26 (6 marks)

What are the advantages and limitations of print and electronic sources of data when conducting research?

2015 HSC Paper

Question 21 (10 marks)

(a) Explain how sampling contributes to reliable and valid research (4)

(b) Propose strategies which could be used to ensure that individuals involved in a research study are shown respect and privacy (6).