After reading this term paper you will learn about the three important measures of central tendency used in social research. The measures are: 1. The Arithmetic Mean 2. Median 3. Mode. 1. Term Paper on the Arithmetic Mean: The arithmetic mean is by far the most common among the averages. It is relatively, easy to… Continue reading Term Paper on the Measures of Central Tendency | Social Research
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Proportions, Percentages and Ratios | Data Analysis | Social Research
After reading this article you will learn about proportions, percentages and ratios. Proportions: The proportion of cases in any given category is defined as the number in the category divided by the total number of cases. In calculation of proportions, it is presumed that the method of classification has been such that categories are mutually… Continue reading Proportions, Percentages and Ratios | Data Analysis | Social Research
4 Main Functions of Research for Theory | Social Research | Sociology
This article throws light upon the four main functions of research for theory. The functions are: 1. Research Initiates Theory 2. Research Helps Recasting of Theory 3. Research Refocuses Theory 4. Research Helps in Clarifying Theory. Function # 1. Research Initiates Theory: Scientific research sometimes leads to findings that may press for a new formulation… Continue reading 4 Main Functions of Research for Theory | Social Research | Sociology