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2. Method

Research Design

The researchers use the mixed method approach of Quantitative and Qualitative approach to best

understand their research and to support claims:

 The quantitative approach – the researchers collect data using a predetermined instrument

to which it will result statistical data. The instrument is a questionnaire which it contains

set of questions about whether or not the minimum wage of the gasoline boys in Butuan

City is sufficient in sustaining family’s quality living.

 The qualitative approach – the researchers visit research sites to observe and interview the

respondents. The interview will be conducted spontaneously without predetermined

questions to allow the respondents to openly talk about their thoughts towards the topic.

The researchers will also inquire to existing studies related to the topic.

(RESEARCH DESIGN Qualitative, Quantitative. and Mixed Methods Approaches SECOND

EDITION John W. Creswell University of Nebraska, Lincoln) SOURCE MAAAAM

Research Respondent

The research respondents are the Forecourt attendant or most commonly known as gasoline boy

of Butuan City earning minimum wage. They are responsible in assisting customers by re-fueling

their car engines, car wash, repairs and other task. (source: http://www.ofwguide.com/profile_item-

118/Forecourt-Attendant---Gasoline-Boy.html) MAAAMMM DI KO KABALO UNSAERN PAG TAMA

NGA SOURCE NI SYA SA DEFINITION SA GASOLINE BOY

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Research instrument

MAMSH ATONG QUESTIONNAIRE HERE FORMULATE PATA

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Research Procedure

Determination of the aim of the study

Determination of research method

Formulating questionnaire

Selecting research site

Distributing questionnaire to respondents

Conducting Interviews with the respondents

Drawing analysis and conclusion from the

questionnaire and interview

Statistical Treatment and Data