RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Sample. The collection of subjects selected for observation in an empirical study. Population. The much larger collection of animals or people (from which the sample is drawn) that researchers want to generalize about.

Detailed explanation-2: -Empirical research is research that is based on observation and measurement of phenomena, as directly experienced by the researcher.

Detailed explanation-3: -In today’s world, the word empirical refers to collection of data using evidence that is collected through observation or experience or by using calibrated scientific instruments.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Hawthorne effect refers to study participants’ alteration of behavior solely as a result of being observed (rather than as a result of the intervention). Hence for the effect to exist it is necessary for the subjects to realize they are under observation.