Chapter 1- Why are quantitative methods both important and necessary in public administration? Discuss with an in-depth answer using examples from the textbook as necessary. • Chapter 2- Discuss in depth and consider the topic of Measurement- why is it important for a nonprofit or a government agency to use measurement as a tool of success and how would they go about doing this? Use examples from the textbook as necessary. • Chapter 3- When considering research design – define and explain what a “concept” is and how it is important to research design? • Chapter 4- Discuss and consider the reasons why a percentage distribution is so necessary in public administration using the textbook. Consider using examples from the textbook to buttress your answer’s validity. • Chapter 5- Discuss the differences between levels of measurement and central tendency. Use the textbook examples.
