IGNOU MCO-03 June 2018 Previous Year Question Paper

Q1.Explain any four methods of research with relevant examples. 5x4=20

Q2.Differentiate between Stratified Random Sampling and Multistage Sampling. What are their advantages and limitations ? 10x2=20

Q3.(a) What do you understand by the term lo 'Normal Distribution' ? What are its characteristics ?

(b) Explain the importance of 'Bayes Theorem 10 in decision making.

Q4.Explain the following : 10x2=20

(a) Hypothesis Testing.

(b) Type-I and Type-II Errors.

Q5.(a) Explain different sources of Secondary data 10 for research. What are the precautions to be taken while using secondary data ?

(b) Explain the Conditions and Limitations of 10 applying CM-Square test.

Q6.(a) Explain the concept and uses of index 10 numbers.

(b) Distinguish between weighted index 10 numbers and unweighted index numbers.

Q7.(a) Explain what cautions needs to be exercised 10 in interpretation of data ?

(b) Discuss the steps involved in preparation of 10 a research report.

Q8.Write short notes on any two of the following : 10x2=20

(a) Level of significance in testing hypothesis.

(b) Frequency distribution and Probability distribution with example.

(c) Correlation and Regression.

(d) Interval and Rating Scales with example. MCO-003 2 71 .11I.3. -003 airui.r#4 tilt enirR Trffff TRIAIT

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