Methodology
This chapter discusses and explains the procedure and the methods adopted and used by the researchers in the overall conduct of the study. It contains primarily with research design, locale of the study, sources of data, research instruments, data gathering procedure, statistical treatment of data and the formulas to be used in analyzing the data to arrive at the concluding results of the study.
Research Design In this study, the researchers used the descriptive type of research to know analyze the financial performance of the Kapit- Bisig Ugnayan Multipurpose Cooperative and presented all the data gathered to analyze the necessary information obtained and arrive at the concluding results of the study.
Locale of the Study The researchers conducted their study at the main office of the Kapit- Bisig Multipurpose Cooperative located at Brgy. Ibabang Polo Grande Island Pagbilao, Quezon.
Sources of Data The researchers used the primary and the secondary sources of data collection. The primary sources of data were obtained directly through personal interview and actual observation in the respective office of the KBUMPC. The cooperative manager and some other personnel such as the cooperative collector, bookkeeper, and accountant were interviewed and provided necessary information regarding the financial performance of the cooperative. Secondary source of data were obtained from books, pamphlets, Internet, and manuals provided by the respondents and other unpublished studies that were read by the researchers.
Research Instruments A structured questionnaire is prepared by the researchers. The questionnaires were first shown to the adviser for further checking, comments and suggestions. Then, the revised and improved questionnaires constructed to serve as guide in conducting an interview to obtain further information.
Data Gathering Procedure The researchers asked permission to their adviser regarding the letter to be