department of Political Science
college of social and management sciences
western delta university
first semester examination 2023/2024 session
POL303 - Logic and Methods of Political Inquiry time: 2hrs
Answer three (3) questions only
Question 1
- What is a nomological deductive explanation?
- Differentiate betweeen explanans and explanandum.
Question 2
Identify and explain six logical fallacies.Question 3
Define the term 'variable' and explain the difference between nominal scale and ordinal scale using relevant examples.Question 4
- Explain three methods that can be used to collect qualitative data.
- Highlight three ways knowledge can be acquired.
Question 5
Write short notes on the following:- Concept
- Logic
- Political inquiry
- Model
- Method