Research Glossary

Correlation is the degree to which two variables are related.

The correlation coefficient gauges the relationship strength between variables.

Cross-tabulation was used to compare categorical variables.

In the research process or studies, data is something very important.

Data cleaning is the process of organizing and correcting inaccurate data.

Data imputation is a method for filling in missing values in a survey.

Data mining is the process of finding important patterns in big data.

Data reduction simplifies digital information.

Deduction is the process of applying logical principles to draw conclusions

A dichotomous variable is a variable that only has two categories.

Direct observation is a method used in exploratory and descriptive research.

Double-barreled question: two different ideas presented in one survey question.