THESIS

Question 1

The scope of a study

Answer 1

refers to the parameters it will cover, including the general purpose, target population, timeframe, and topics.

Question 2

delimitations

Answer 2

are the boundaries set by the researcher, indicating what will not be included in the study, such as certain variables or groups, to maintain focus and manageability.

Question 3

Budol

Answer 3

. This refers to a person being convinced into buying something regardless of need, leading to impulsive buying.

Question 4

Budol phenomenon

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This refers to how individuals are motivated to purchase impulsively due to the influence of peers.

Question 5

Impulsive buying

Answer 5

This refers to the act of spontaneous or unplanned purchase of items/services without careful consideration.

Question 6

Online Impulsive buying.

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This refers to a spontaneous act of purchasing something without rational thought, although through online shopping platforms.

Question 7

Online shopping behavior

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This refers to the action consumers show when they interact with a product or service online. This refers to the action consumers show when they interact with a product or service online.

Question 8

Peers

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This refers to people who share similar characteristics such as age, roles, social status, social group affiliation, similar comparable experience, and the same environment.

Question 9

Peer Influence

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This refers to the process by which a person’s decisions or behaviors change due to the opinions or actions of their social group.

Question 10

Peer motivation

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This refers to the influence of peers on individuals in successfully encouraging and persuading them to partake in a particular activity, and convincing them to engage in a specific behavior.

Question 11

intrinsic peer motivation

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indicates how people may be motivated to do something because it is enjoyable and fulfilling, especially when peers are also participating and contributing to it.

Question 12

extrinsic peer motivation

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implies that people do something because they see how peers are rewarded and benefited when doing so

Question 13

Consumer behavior

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This refers to the process by which individuals purchase, use, evaluate, and dispose of products and services to satisfy their needs

Question 14

Filipino consumer behavior

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This refers to the characteristics of how Filipinos select, purchase, and utilize products that are usually influenced by culture, online environment, and social context.

Question 15

Peer-motivated Impulsive buying

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This refers to an individual who makes an unplanned or spontaneous purchase due to the influence of peers, rather than personal decision-making.

Question 16

Purchasing behavior

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This refers to the reasons why individuals make purchases.

Question 17

Socioeconomic status

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This refers to an individual’s economic and income position.

Question 18

Content validity

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refers to the extent to which a measurement tool accurately represents the construct it aims to measure, ensuring that all relevant aspects of the construct are covered.

Question 19

Expert validation in research

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refers to the systematic process where subject matter experts review and assess the content of developed instruments or questionnaires to ensure their relevance and accuracy.

Question 20

Pilot testing

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refers to a preliminary test or study conducted before a larger-scale project or study. It helps evaluate the feasibility, time, cost, risk, and performance of the project, providing key insights that guide the direction of the larger study.

Question 21

Cronbachs Alpha

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is a statistical measure used to assess the internal consistency or reliability of a set of survey items or test questions.

Question 22

Expert Review

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is a systematic evaluation by independent specialists to check the quality, validity, and relevance of research and provide feedback for improvement.

Question 23

Member checking

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also known as respondent validation, is a specific technique where researchers share their interpretations or findings with participants to confirm their accuracy

Question 24

Participant validation

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This is a broader term for any process where participants help validate research findings, including methods like member checking, group discussions, or collaborative analysis, to ensure the results reflect their experiences.

Question 25

Internal validity

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in qualitative research is often framed as trustworthiness, which assesses the accuracy of findings as representations of the data, participants’ lives, cultures, and contexts. It emphasizes the need for the research process and findings to be trustworthy, authentic, and rigorous.

Question 26

Internal validity in quantitative

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refers to the degree to which a study accurately demonstrates a causal relationship between variables, ensuring that the results are attributable to the intervention or treatment applied rather than external influences

Question 27

In qualitative research, external validity is

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often referred to as transferability. It assesses the extent to which the findings can be applied or transferred to other contexts, settings, or groups

Question 28

Peer debriefing

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is a process in qualitative research where researchers engage with colleagues or experts to review interpretations and minimize personal biases.

Question 29

Validity

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It means the research or measurement truly reflects what it is supposed to measure in real life.

Question 30

Construct Validity

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Ensures that the measurement tool accurately represents the concept it is intended to measure

Question 31

Content Validity

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Assesses whether the measurement tool covers all aspects of the concept being measured.

Question 32

Face validity

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Evaluates whether the measurement tool appears to measure what it claims to measure.

Question 33

Criterion Validity

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Determines how well the measurement predicts a specific outcome based on established criteria.

Question 34

External Validity

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Examines whether the results can be generalized to other populations or settings.

Question 35

Informed consent

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The researchers will provide informed consent to each participant, explaining the purpose of the study on the Budol phenomenon, the research instruments that will be used, and the expected duration of participation. Participants will sign the consent form after all the questions are clarified.

Question 36

Voluntary Participation

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The participants will not be forced to join the study. During the data collection, the participants may withdraw, and their decision will be respected without any attempt to persuade them to continue.

Question 37

Confidentiality and Privacy

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Interviews and screening will be conducted in a private setting to ensure that participants can freely share their budol experience. Personal information disclosed during the interview will be kept confidential and will not be shared with anyone.

Question 38

Minimizing Harm

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When a participant seems uncomfortable while discussing the questions, the researcher will pause the interview and tell the participant that they can skip or stop the interview anytime.

Question 39

Anonymity

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To protect the participant's identity, pseudonyms such as "Participant A, Participant B..." will be used in the transcript and presentation of findings. No identifying details, such as names and specific schools, were included in the research report.

Question 40

Honest and Transparency

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The researchers will clearly explain that the study aimed to explore the lived experiences of the Budol phenomenon and not judge the participants’ experiences. The participants will be informed that their responses will be used only for academic purposes.

Question 41

Data Security

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Video recordings of the semi-structured interviews will be stored in a protected device, and transcripts will be saved in secure digital folders. Only the researchers have access to these files, and all data will be deleted after completing the research.

Question 42

Respect and Sensitivity

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During the interview, the researchers will use respectful language when asking about peer influence and impulsive buying. Participants' explanations were acknowledged without judgment, allowing them to share their experiences comfortably and freely.

Question 43

Risk Mitigation

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To mitigate any potential risks, such as emotional discomfort when remembering their experiences, the participants will be informed beforehand of the nature of the questions and will be reminded that they can refuse at any time.