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Quick questions on Planning a geographical investigation explained: O-Level Geography
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What is the stages of an investigation?Show answer
A geographical investigation moves through clear stages:
What is choosing a sampling method?Show answer
You usually cannot measure everywhere or everyone, so you sample a manageable part. Three main methods:
What is a vague hypothesis with no relationship?Show answer
"I will study the beach" is a topic, not a hypothesis; state an expected difference or link.
What is q1?Show answer
Write a testable hypothesis for an investigation into whether a town centre is noisier than a residential area. [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Name the sampling method that selects points at fixed, regular intervals, and give one situation where it is suitable. [2 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Explain why a hypothesis helps to focus a geographical investigation. [2 marks]
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