UNIT 11: OBSERVATION
Comprehension Questions for TEXT 2:
True/False/Not Given?
1. Case studies are always associated with a specific geographical location.
2. A key characteristic of a case study is its focus on in-depth understanding
rather than broad generalizations.
3. Case study research is exclusively qualitative.
4. Yin's (1984) view of case study research is considered broad.
5. In an intrinsic case study, the researcher aims to generalize findings to a wider
population.
6. Quantitative research is never used in case studies.
7. Stake (1995) believes researchers should select cases where learning potential
is highest.
8. The text mentions that case studies are frequently used in medical research.
9. Case studies can combine multiple qualitative research methods.
10. Nomothetic research designs focus on the unique features of a case.
