IGNOU MCO-03 June 2025 Previous Year Question Paper

Q1.Discuss any five methods of research with suitable example. 4+4+4+4+4 [ 2 ]

Q2.(a) Explain the main sources to identify business research problem. 10

(b) Explain the points to be kept in mind while selecting a research problem.

Q3.(a) Distinguish between probability and non-probability sampling with examples. 10

(b) Discuss any two methods of non-random sampling for marketing research. Identify one scenario where these methods can be applied.

Q4.(a) Explain the stages in preparation of a research report. 10

(b) Discuss the characteristics of a good research report. 10 [ 3 ]

Q5.(a) Discuss the various issues arising in connection with construct ion of index numbers. How are index numbers classified ? 6+4

(b) Explain the uses of index numbers for analysing research data.

Q6.(a) Discuss the importance of visual presentation of data. 10

(b) Describe the requisites of a good statistical table.

Q7.How do you select an appropriate scaling technique for a research study ? Explain the issues involved in it. 12+8 [ 4 ]

Q8.Write short notes on the following : 5+5+5+5

(a) Research Design

(b) Inductive and Deductive Logic

(c) Skewness

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