B.Com In Banking & Insurance (BCBI) Sem V March 2026 March 2026 Research Methodology Question Paper - Mumbai University | munotes

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1. Q1 a. Match the following- (any eight ili. In-depth interview c) Measure of association 8 marks
   • iv. Observation method d) Testing for independence of
   • vi. Eigen values f) Easy to fill and easily
   • ix. Graphs i) First section of a research
   • x. Correlation coefficient j) Enhances the aesthetics of a 1 b. State whether the following statements are true and false(any seven)
   • i. Population is subset of the sample
   • ii. Pilot study is a procedure to test questionnaire for confusing and iii, Survey method is a secondary source of data collection
   • iv. For scatter diagram, independent variable is plotted on the X axis
   • y. who fills the questionnaire or provides the required information is called respondent
   • vi. Diagram showing a circle divided into sectors is called Bar Diagram
   • vii. The last section of research paper includes findings and conclusion
   • ix. Sampling is used in primary data collection
   • x. Karl Pearson’s correlation coefficient lies between 0 and
2. Q2 What is a hypothesis? Examine sources of hypothesis. 8 marks
3. Q2 b. Describe the significance of research design in conducting a study. Discuss the importance of research with examples. 08 7 marks
4. Q2 d. is applied research? Explain the differences between basic and 7 marks
5. Q3 a. Evaluate the usefulness of primary data in business decision-making. 8 marks
6. Q3 b. Which are the common sources of secondary data that one can use in a "Interviewing is a process of social interaction for specific purpose." 08 7 marks
7. Q3 d. the systematic steps to be followed while designing a 4 Describe the essentials of editing in data processing. 08 4 b. the importance of proper data processing in ensuring research 07 4 Analyze the process and uses of cluster analysis in data segmentation. 08 4 d. factor analysis be applied in various field? Explain with an 07 5 a. What are the guidelines for a good research report writing? 08 5 b. the process of writing a research report. 07 Write short notes on- (any three) 15 7 marks
   • i. Significance of hypothesis in research ii Review of Literature

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