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Notre Dame University

Level of Awareness

of Filipino Citizens towards COVID-19

Nur Jehad B. Monir

March 2021
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT

This study would not be possible without the assistance and guidance of the people who

stood behind their back throughout the duration of this research. The researcher would like to

express his gratitude and appreciation to the following:

Fr. Francis Efren C. Zabala, the school president, and Dr. Raymond G. Mamaril, college

of engineering and computer studies dean, for allowing them to conduct their study;

Ms. Princess Jenan Kasuyo, their NSTP II teacher, for giving them guidance all throughout

the conduct of the investigation and for his effort and never failing help;

The subject teachers of the researchers for their moral support and guidance;

The respondents of this study for their active participation in the evaluation of the

research’s products and;

The researcher’s parents who gave financial and moral support and extended their help for

the completion of this study.

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ABSTRACT
The maintenance of awareness and vigilance among communities is crucial in preventing the
outbreak of COVID-19 positive cases. Understanding the people's knowledge, attitudes, and
practices regarding COVID-19 is critical in preventing and controlling it (Henderson, 2020). The
study sought to ascertain the perception of the Filipinos on the COVID-19 pandemic. The
fieldwork aimed to determine the level of awareness of Filipino citizens towards COVID-19 in
terms of its transmission methods and effective preventive measures. The researcher pursued to
identify whether there is a significant difference in the level of awareness due to the variation of
people's age, sex, and ethnicity. Knowledge and perceptions of the people were assessed through
an online survey participated by 300 respondents. There were five questions for every category,
each worth two points. The Likert scale was utilized in measuring positive or negative responses
to every statement. The mean score of the respondents for every category was compared to the
standard fair score of 7.00. The scores were divided into different groups of age, sex, and ethnic
tribe to identify if there is a significant difference in the scores. The data gathered showed that the
Filipinos have a positive outlook on the COVID-19 pandemic (2.83). Results from the Analysis of
Variance (ANOVA) indicated that there is no significant difference between the standard quality
score and the mean score of the citizens in the preventive measures (5.90) and transmission
methods (6.78) of the virus. It means that the level of awareness of the Filipinos towards COVID-
19 is excellent. Also, the ANOVA results showed that there is no significant difference between
the mean scores of various groups of age, sex, and ethnicity. It indicates that the age, sex, and
ethnicity of the Filipino citizens do not affect their level of awareness.
Keywords: COVID-19, Understanding, Perception, Age, Sex, Ethnicity, Filipinos

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

TITLE PAGE ……………………………………………………………… i

ACKNOWLEDGMENT ………………………………………………… ii

ABSTRACT ……………………………………………………………….. iii

TABLE OF CONTENTS ………………………………………………….. iv

LIST OF TABLES ………………………………………………………… viii

LIST OF FIGURES ……………………………………………………...... x

CHAPTER I – INTRODUCTION

1. Background of the Study …………………………………………... 1

2. Statement of the Problem ………………………………………….. 3

3. Hypothesis …………………………………………………………. 3

4. Significance of the Study ………………………………………….. 4

5. Scope and Limitation ……………………………………………… 5

6. Conceptual Framework ……………………………………………. 6

CHAPTER II – METHODOLOGY

1. Materials and Equipment …………………………………………... 7

2. Research Participants ………………………………………………. 7

3. Ethical Consideration ………………………………………………. 8

4. Statistical Treatment ………………………………………………... 8

CHAPTER III – RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

1. Perception of Filipino citizens towards COVID-19 ………………... 11

1.1.“My life has been productive during the pandemic.”

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(Question #1.1) …………………………………………………. 11

1.2. “Despite the challenges that the pandemic brought, my family can

still sustain our basic needs.” (Question #1.2) ………………... 12

1.3. “Everything will be back to normal condition once the vaccine for

the virus is released.” (Question #1.3) ………………………….. 14

1.4. “During the pandemic, I was still happy with how my life was

spent.” (Question #1.4) …………………………………………. 15

1.5. “Life amidst the COVID-19 pandemic is not hard.”

(Question #1.5) ………………………………………………… 16

2. Level of Awareness of Filipino Citizens toward COVID-19 in terms of:

2.1. Transmission Methods ……………………………………......... 19

2.1.1. “According to researches by the World Health Organization,

what is the most common way of transmitting the virus?”

(Question #2.1.1) ………………………………………… 19

2.1.2. “Who is at higher risk of being infected with COVID-19?”

(Question #2.1.2) ………………………………………… 20

2.1.3. “According to the World Health Organization, infected

people appear to be most infectious in this stage.”

(Question #2.1.3) ………………………………………… 22

2.1.4. “COVID-19 can spread more easily in these settings.”

(Question #2.1.4) ………………………………………… 23

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2.1.5. “Everyone should avoid going to the "Three Cs". "Three

Cs" pertains to Confined and Enclosed Spaces, Crowded

Places, and ______?” (Question #2.1.5) ………………… 24

2.2. Prevention Measures

2.2.1. “The Philippine Government’s Minimum Public Health

Standards Advocacy Campaign of wearing a face mask,

washing of hands, and maintaining a physical distance is

locally known as _______?”

(Question #2.2.1) …………………………………………. 27

2.2.2. “Department of Health's campaign promotes the active role

of individuals in the fight against COVID-19 by practicing

essential behaviors simplified into 4 letters: BIDA. What

does letter "B" stands for?”

(Question #2.2.2) …………………………........................ 29

2.2.3. “According to the Centers for Disease Control and

Prevention (CDCP), citizens in public places must have a

distance of ______ from each other.”

(Question #2.2.3) ………………………………………… 30

2.2.4. “Wearing of face shield is not necessary when you are

already wearing a face mask.”

(Question #2.2.4) ………………………………………… 31

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2.2.5. “When you take off a mask, store it in a clean plastic bag or

dispose it in a trash bin.”

(Question #2.2.5) …………………………………………. 32

3. Significant Difference on the Level of Knowledge in terms of:

3.1. Age ……………………………………………………………... 35

3.2. Sex ……………………………………………………………... 37

3.3. Ethnicity ………………………………………………………... 39

CHAPTER IV – CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

1. Conclusions ………………………………………………………... 42

2. Recommendations …………………………………………………. 43

REFERENCES ……………………………………………………………... 44

APPENDIX A – Survey Questionnaire ……………………………………. 46

B – Responses to Survey Questionnaire ……………………... 48

CURRICULUM VITAE …………………………………………………… 50

TEXT DOCUMENT READABILTY ……………………………………... 51

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LIST OF TABLES

Table No. Title Page

1 Scale of Descriptive Equivalent of Scores for the Perception of the

Filipinos on COVID-19 Pandemic (Based on Mean Scores from

the Evaluation) 9

2 Scale of Descriptive Equivalent of Scores for the Level of

Knowledge of the Filipinos on COVID-19 Pandemic (Based on

Mean Scores from the Evaluation for Every Category) 9

3 Scale of Descriptive Equivalent of Scores for the Level of

Knowledge of the Filipinos on COVID-19 Pandemic (Based on

Mean Scores from the Evaluation for Total Score) 10

4 Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #1.1 11

5 Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #1.2 13

6 Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #1.3 14

7 Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #1.4 15

8 Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #1.5 17

9 Numerical Presentation of Data for Questions on Perceptions of

Filipino Citizens on COVID-19 Pandemic 18

10 Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.1.1 19

11 Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.1.2 21

12 Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.1.3 22

13 Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.1.4 23

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LIST OF TABLES - Continued

Table No. Title Page

14 Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.1.5 24

15 Numerical Presentation of Data for Questions on Transmission

Methods of COVID-19 25

16 Mean Score of Filipino Citizens vs. Standard Score (Transmission

Methods of COVID-19) (ANOVA) 26

17 Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.2.1 27

18 Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.2.2 29

19 Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.2.3 30

20 Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.2.4 31

21 Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.2.5 33

22 Numerical Presentation of Data for Questions on Preventive

Measures Against COVID-19 34

23 Mean Score of Filipino Citizens vs. Standard Score (Preventive

Measures Against COVID-19) (ANOVA) 35

24 Numerical Presentation of Data for Every Age Group 36

25 Difference in Level of Knowledge of Every Age Group (ANOVA) 37

26 Numerical Presentation of Data for Every Sex Group 38

27 Difference in Level of Knowledge of Every Sex Group (ANOVA) 39

28 Numerical Presentation of Data for Every Ethnic Group 39

29 Difference in Level of Knowledge of Every Ethnic Group 41

(ANOVA)

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LIST OF FIGURES

Figure No. Title Page

1 The Schematic Diagram of the Conceptual Framework 6

2 Distribution of Perceptions of Filipino Citizens (Question #1.1) 12

3 Distribution of Perceptions of Filipino Citizens (Question #1.2) 13

4 Distribution of Perceptions of Filipino Citizens (Question #1.3) 15

5 Distribution of Perceptions of Filipino Citizens (Question #1.4) 16

6 Distribution of Perceptions of Filipino Citizens (Question #1.5) 17

7 Perception Score Values for Every Question 18

8 Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.1.1) 20

9 Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.1.2) 21

10 Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.1.3) 23

11 Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.1.4) 24

12 Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.1.5) 25

13 Standard Score vs. Mean Score of Filipino Citizens (Transmission

Methods of COVID-19) 27

14 Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.2.1) 28

15 Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.2.2) 29

16 Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.2.3) 31

17 Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.2.4) 32

18 Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.2.5) 33

19 Standard Score vs. Mean Score of Filipino Citizens (Preventive

Measures Against COVID-19) 34

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LIST OF FIGURES - Continued

Figure No. Title Page

20 Mean Scores of Every Age Group 36

21 Mean Scores of Every Sex Group 38

22 Mean Scores of Every Ethnic Group 40

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CHAPTER I

INTRODUCTION

1. Background of the Study

COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus. It is linked

to the family of SARS or Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome. Coronaviruses are a large family

of viruses that get their name from the halo of spiked proteins on their outer surface, which

resemble a crown under a microscope. COVID-19 is a disease caused by SARS-CoV 2 or novel

coronavirus.

Once the novel coronavirus is inside the human body, it travels quickly to the back of the

nasal passages, then to the mucous membranes. The virus attaches to a receptor called angiotensin-

converting enzyme 2 or ACE-2 receptor on the respiratory cells of the body. The genetic material

of the virus enters the cells and hijacks them to produce copies of itself to infect more cells. After

this process, symptoms begin to occur. The symptoms become more severe as the infection reaches

the respiratory tract as it causes other respiratory problems like bronchitis pneumonia. When the

virus arrives at the lungs, it results in inflammation of the alveoli, which fills the alveoli with fluid

causing shortness of breath and difficulty breathing. The decreased oxygen in the blood deprives

other major parts of oxygen that may result in acute respiratory distress. Acute respiratory distress

stops the body from getting the oxygen it needs to survive, which may lead to organ failure and

death (Cancer Treatment Centers of America, 2020).

World Health Organization (2020) discussed that the most common symptoms of the

illness are dry cough, tiredness, and fever. However, it takes 5 to 6 days before the infected person

to manifest the symptoms. The virus is transmitted in different ways. Current evidence indicates
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that the most common is direct contact with respiratory droplets of an infected individual. Other

people may also be infected by touching surfaces contaminated by the virus, then touching their

eyes, noses, or mouths without having cleaned their hands first. Aerosol transmission can also

occur in poorly ventilated settings, where an infected person is present.

COVID-19 can be deadly to older adults and people with underlying medical conditions.

According to World Health Organization (2020), evidence suggests that people over 60 years old

are at higher risk. People with underlying medical conditions such as chronic respiratory disease,

cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer have a higher chance of being infected with the

disease. Considering the danger that the world is experiencing, mitigating measures and practices

must be adapted to minimize the spread of the virus. Understanding the people's knowledge,

attitudes, and practices regarding COVID-19 is critical in preventing and controlling it

(Henderson, 2020).

Arenaz (2020) discussed that maintenance of awareness and vigilance among communities

is crucial in preventing the outbreak of positive cases. Authorities must ensure that the general

public can access updated information regarding the virus. Compliance of the public with general

health protocols is significant and the most effective approach in controlling its spread. It is

necessary to promote awareness among the public to come up with timely preventive measures.

The citizens must be enlightened about the details of the disease. This includes its symptoms,

diagnosis, method of circulation, and preventive methods (Alanezi et al, 2020).

In the Philippines, there are a total of 549,176 cases as of February 15, 2021. The

government has taken various measures to minimize the circulation of the virus. Despite these

efforts, many Filipinos were still infected with the disease. Choi et al (2020) stressed that the

knowledge of Filipinos on COVID-19 must be monitored and improved. The adherence to

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preventive measures is greatly affected by their awareness of the disease. Making the citizens

informed will enhance their approach to this pandemic. It empowers them to follow health

guidelines. This will allow the Philippine government to significantly decrease the daily new cases

of infected individuals (Ahsan, 2020).

2. Statement of the Problem

The fieldwork aims to determine the understanding of the Filipino citizens on the COVID-

19. It aims to identify the extent of knowledge attained by the public.

Specifically, it seeks to answer the following questions:

1. What is the perception of Filipino citizens towards COVID-19?

2. What is the level of awareness of the Filipinos towards COVID-19 in terms of:

a. transmission methods of the virus?

b. prevention methods?

3. Is there a significant difference in the level of awareness of Filipino individuals in terms of

their:

a. Age?

b. Sex?

c. Ethnicity?

3. Hypothesis

The following hypotheses are set at 0.05 level of significance:

Ho1: The Filipino citizens have a positive perception towards COVID-19.

Ha1: The Filipino citizens have a negative perception towards COVID-19.

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Ho2: The level of awareness of the Filipinos towards COVID-19 in terms of its transmission

methods and preventive measures is excellent.

Ha2: The level of awareness of the Filipinos towards COVID-19 in terms of its transmission

methods and preventive measures is poor.

Ho3: The age, sex, and ethnicity of Filipino citizens have no significant difference on their level of

awareness towards COVID-19.

Ha3: The age, sex, and ethnicity of Filipino citizens have a significant difference on their level of

awareness towards COVID-19.

4. Significance of the Study

The study is important because it will determine the level of awareness of the Filipino

citizens towards COVID-19. The amount of knowledge that the general public possesses will be

measured. Thus, the understanding of the people will be made clear. It also ascertains the

perception of the people on the pandemic.

It will benefit the Department of Health as the result of the study may aid in solving the

issue of the consciousness of the Filipino people on COVID-19. The results of the survey will give

the government agency a profound idea about the extent of knowledge of the people. This will

help them formulate a better action in raising awareness in the communities.

The result of the study can be used by the local government and other places with high

cases of positive individuals to enhance their present programs and projects related to minimizing

the spread of the virus with the collaboration of the non-government organizations.
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Moreover, it will benefit all Filipino citizens as the result of the fieldwork will inform them

of the degree of knowledge that they have. In this way, they will be empowered to widen their

knowledge on this matter.

5. Scope and Limitation

The fieldwork is limited in identifying the level of knowledge that the Filipino citizens

possess in terms of transmission methods of the virus and its preventive methods. It is also limited

in determining if there is a significant difference in the level of awareness of individuals in terms

of their difference in age sex, and ethnicity. In addition, it is limited in understanding the

perceptions of the people on the pandemic. The proponent will use an online survey questionnaire

to assess the knowledge and perceptions of the people. There will only be 300 respondents for the

fieldwork. The required age of the respondents is at least 16 years old. The Analysis of Variance

(ANOVA) will serve as the statistical tool for the fieldwork. To measure the level of awareness

of the people, there will five questions each for the transmission methods of the virus and its

preventive methods. Every question is worth two points. The mean score of the respondents for

every category will be compared to the standard fair score. A mean score of 7.00 will be set as the

standard for a fair score. A mean score lower than 7.00 will be considered poor. The scores of the

respondents will also be divided in terms of their age groups, sex, and ethnic tribe to identify if

there is a significant difference in the scores. Moreover, there will be five questions in identifying

the perceptions of the people on the pandemic. The Likert scale will be used to measure either

positive or negative responses to every statement. The study is expected to be finished within 12

weeks.
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6. Conceptual Framework

INPUT PROCESS OUTPUT

 Online Survey  Actual Survey to  Fieldwork report

Respondents containing the
Questionnaire
 Evaluation analysis of the
- Level of level of awareness
Knowledge in and perception of
terms of: Filipino citizens
a. Transmission towards COVID-
b. Prevention 19
- Perception on
Pandemic

Figure 1. The Schematic Diagram of the Conceptual Framework

Figure 1 showed that a fieldwork report containing the analysis of the level of awareness

and perception of Filipino citizens towards COVID-19 will be produced through an online survey

of Filipino respondents. The results of the online survey questionnaire will be utilized in evaluating

the level of knowledge of the people in terms of the transmission and preventive measure of the

virus, as well as their perception of the current pandemic.

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CHAPTER II

METHODOLOGY

This chapter presents the materials needed and equipment used in the study. It also

provided the general and specific procedure followed, and the statistical treatment for the

fieldwork undertaking.

1. Materials and Equipment

The materials that the researcher used in the fieldwork is a smartphone, laptop, printer,

smartphone, and internet. Laptop and smartphone were used in the formulation of the fieldwork

report, making of online surveys, and distribution of the online surveys to the desired population.

A stable internet connection ensured the success of the survey undertaking. The printer was utilized

in providing a hard copy of the finalized fieldwork report.

2. Research Participants

Research participants are very important because they can provide rich descriptions of their

knowledge and are willing to articulate their perceptions, thereby providing information that is

rich and which will be able to challenge and enrich the research understanding. Since this study is

all about the level of knowledge of Filipino citizens towards COVID-19, the participants were 300

Filipino individuals with age 16 years old and older.

The fieldwork used data coming from the answers of the 300 respondents as the research

participants. Data was collected through an online survey. The survey questions were categorized

in line with the fieldwork objectives.

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3. Ethical Consideration

Considerations were secured in the conduct of the data collection. The researcher ensured

that the fieldwork was guided by ethical principles, namely voluntary participation, and

confidentiality.

Voluntary participation means that people participate in the survey free from coercion.

Participants are free to withdraw their participation without negatively impacting their

relationships with the researcher. It is the right of participants to leave a program of this nature at

any time. Therefore, no pressure should be placed on those who choose not to continue.

Explanations are also not required.

Another consideration is confidentiality. Participants must be assured that their identity and

other personal information will not be made available to anyone who is not directly involved in

the study.

4. Statistical Treatment

For the analysis of data, both inferential and descriptive statistics were utilized. A scale of

descriptive equivalent scores is assigned to label and interpret the mean scores on perception and

level of understanding. The mean score on perception showed the outlook of the citizens towards

the COVID-19 pandemic. The mean score for every category of knowledge were compared to the

standard fair score to identify the level of knowledge of the citizens on COVID-19.
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Table 1. Scale of Descriptive Equivalent of Scores for the Perception of the Filipinos on

COVID-19 Pandemic (Based on Mean Scores from the Evaluation)

Scores Description
3.50 - 4.00 Strongly Agree

2.50 - 3.49 Agree

1.50 - 2.49 Disagree

1.00 - 1.49 Strongly Disagree

Table 2. Scale of Descriptive Equivalent of Scores for the Level of Knowledge of the Filipinos
on COVID-19 Pandemic (Based on Mean Scores from the Evaluation for Every Category)

Scores Description
9.00 – 10.00 Excellent

8.00 – 8.99 Good

7.00 – 7.99 Fair

5.00 – 6.99 Poor

0.00 – 4.99 Bad

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Table 3. Scale of Descriptive Equivalent of Scores for the Level of Knowledge of the Filipinos
on COVID-19 Pandemic (Based on Mean Scores from the Evaluation for Total Score)

Scores Description
18.00 – 20.00 Excellent

16.00 – 17.99 Good

14.00 – 15.99 Fair

10.00 – 13.99 Poor

0.00 – 9.99 Bad

For better understanding of the results, charts and graphs and Univariate Analysis of

Variance (ANOVA) were utilized to complement in the analysis of data. These aid the presentation

and discussion of the data.

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CHAPTER III

RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

This chapter presents the data analysis and interpretations through tables, figures, and

Univariate Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). The purpose of the fieldwork was to identify the

perception of Filipino citizens towards the COVID-19 pandemic, ascertain their level of

knowledge in terms of the transmission methods of the virus and its preventive measures, and

determine whether there is a significant difference in the level of knowledge in terms of variation

in age, sex and ethnic group.

1. Perception of Filipino citizens towards COVID-19

1.1. “My life has been productive during the pandemic.” (Question #1.1)

Table 4. Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #1.1

Choice
Score Value Midpoint Frequency MF Distribution
Description

Strongly
3.50 – 4.00 3.75 170 637.50 56.67%
Agree

Agree 2.50 - 3.49 3.00 104 312.00 34.67%

Disagree 1.50 - 2.49 2.00 15 30.00 5.00%

Strongly
1.00 - 1.49 1.25 11 13.75 3.67%
Disagree
ΣMF = ΣDistribution
ΣF = 300
993.25 = 100%
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As Table 4 shows, most Filipino citizens strongly agree (56.67%) that their lives have been

productive during the pandemic. Others agree (34.67%) that they have been effective. Some

disagree (5.00%), and a few strongly disagree (3.67%) with the statement.

Distribution Percentage

56.67%

34.67%

5.00% 3.67%
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

Figure 2. Distribution of Perceptions of Filipino Citizens (Question #1.1)

Figure 2 indicates that strongly agree has the highest distribution percentage of answers

(56.67%). In contrary, strongly disagree has the lowest proportion of answers (3.67%). The second

from highest distribution percentage is agree (34.67%), followed by disagree (5.00%).

1.2. “Despite the challenges that the pandemic brought, my family can still sustain our basic

needs.” (Question #1.2)

As presented in Table 5, most Filipino citizens agree (47.67%) that family can still sustain

their basic needs despite the challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic. Others strongly agree

(44.33%) that they can support their necessities. Some disagree (6.00%), and a few strongly

disagree (2.00%) with the statement.

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Table 5. Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #1.2

Choice
Score Value Midpoint Frequency MF Distribution
Description

Strongly
3.50 – 4.00 3.75 133 498.75 44.33%
Agree

Agree 2.50 - 3.49 3.00 143 429.00 47.67%

Disagree 1.50 - 2.49 2.00 18 36.00 6.00%

Strongly
1.00 - 1.49 1.25 6 7.50 2.00%
Disagree
ΣMF = ΣDistribution
ΣF = 300
971.25 = 100%

Distribution Percentage

47.67%
44.33%

6.00% 2.00%
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

Figure 3. Distribution of Perceptions of Filipino Citizens (Question #1.2)

Figure 3 depicts that agree has the highest distribution percentage of answers (47.67%). In

contrary, strongly disagree has the lowest proportion of answers (2.00%). The second from highest

distribution percentage is strongly agree (44.33%), followed by disagree (6.00%).

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1.3.“Everything will be back to normal condition once the vaccine for the virus is released.”

(Question #1.3)

As shown in Table 6, most Filipino citizens strongly agree (55.33%) that everything will

be back to normal condition once the vaccine for the virus is released. Others agree (30.00%) that

they can support their necessities. Some disagree (9.67%), and a few strongly disagree (5.00%)

with the statement.

Table 6. Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #1.3

Choice
Score Value Midpoint Frequency MF Distribution
Description

Strongly
3.50 – 4.00 3.75 166 622.50 55.33%
Agree

Agree 2.50 - 3.49 3.00 90 270.00 30.00%

Disagree 1.50 - 2.49 2.00 29 58.00 9.67%

Strongly
1.00 - 1.49 1.25 15 18.75 5.00%
Disagree
ΣMF = ΣDistribution
ΣF = 300
969.25 = 100%

As seen in figure 4, strongly agree has the highest distribution percentage of answers

(55.33%). In contrary, strongly disagree has the lowest proportion of answers (5.00%). The second

from highest distribution percentage is agree (30.00%), followed by disagree (9.67%).

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Distribution Percentage

55.33%

30.00%

9.67%
5.00%
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

Figure 4. Distribution of Perceptions of Filipino Citizens (Question #1.3)

1.4.“During the pandemic, I was still happy with how my life was spent.”

(Question #1.4)

Table 7. Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #1.4

Choice
Score Value Midpoint Frequency MF Distribution
Description

Strongly
3.50 – 4.00 3.75 82 307.50 27.33%
Agree

Agree 2.50 - 3.49 3.00 60 180.00 20.00%

Disagree 1.50 - 2.49 2.00 94 188.00 31.33%

Strongly
1.00 - 1.49 1.25 64 80.00 21.33%
Disagree
ΣMF = ΣDistribution
ΣF = 300
755.50 = 100%
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As depicted in Table 7, most Filipino citizens disagree (31.33%) that they were happy with

the way their life was spent during the pandemic. Others strongly agree (27.33%) that have been

happy with how their life goes in the pandemic. Some strongly disagree (21.33%), and a few agree

(20.00%) with the statement.

Distribution Percentage

31.33%
27.33%

21.33%
20.00%

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

Figure 5. Distribution of Perceptions of Filipino Citizens (Question #1.4)

Figure 5 indicates that disagree has the highest distribution percentage of answers

(31.33%). In contrary, agree has the lowest proportion of answers (20.00%). The second from

highest distribution percentage is strongly agree (27.44%), followed by strongly disagree

(21.33%).

1.5.“Life amidst the COVID-19 pandemic is not hard.” (Question #1.5)

As shown in Table 8, most Filipino citizens strongly disagree (62.33%) that life during the

COVID-19 pandemic is not hard. Others disagree (15.67%) that living is not hard amidst the

pandemic. Some strongly agree (14.67%), and a few agree (7.33%) with the statement.
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Table 8. Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #1.5

Choice
Score Value Midpoint Frequency MF Distribution
Description

Strongly
3.50 – 4.00 3.75 44 165.00 14.67%
Agree

Agree 2.50 - 3.49 3.00 22 66.00 7.33%

Disagree 1.50 - 2.49 2.00 47 94.00 15.67%

Strongly
1.00 - 1.49 1.25 187 233.75 62.33%
Disagree
ΣMF = ΣDistribution
ΣF = 300
558.75 = 100%

Distribution Percentage

62.33%

14.67% 15.67%
7.33%
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

Figure 6. Distribution of Perceptions of Filipino Citizens (Question #1.5)

Figure 6 depicts that strongly disagree has the highest distribution percentage of answers

(62.33%). In contrary, agree has the lowest proportion of answers (7.33%). The second from

highest distribution percentage is disagree (15.67%), followed by strongly agree (14.67%).

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Table 9. Numerical Presentation of Data for Questions on Perceptions of Filipino Citizens on

COVID-19 Pandemic

Question # ΣMF ΣF Mean Description

1 993.25 300 3.31 Agree

2 971.25 300 3.24 Agree

3 969.25 300 3.23 Agree

4 755.50 300 2.52 Agree

5 558.75 300 1.86 Disagree

Overall Mean = 2.83 Agree

As presented in Table 9, Filipino citizens agree with question #1, question #2, question #3,

and question #4. While, Filipino citizens disagree with question #5. Question #1 has the highest

mean score (3.31), in contrary to question #5 which have the lowest mean score (1.86). The overall

mean score for the questions on perception of Filipino citizens on the COVID-19 pandemic is 2.83,

which has a description of agree.

Mean

3.31 3.24 3.23

2.52

1.86

Question #1 Question #2 Question #3 Question #4 Question #5

Figure 7. Perception Score Values for Every Question

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As seen in figure 7, question #1 has the highest mean score (3.31). In contrary, question #5

has the lowest mean score (1.86). The second from highest mean score is question #2 (3.24),

followed by question #3 (3.23) and question #4 (2.52).

2. Level of Awareness of Filipino Citizens toward COVID-19 in terms of:

2.1.Transmission Methods

2.1.1. “According to researches by the World Health Organization, what is the most

common way of transmitting the virus?” (Question #2.1.1)

Table 10. Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.1.1

Score X Total Mean

Choice Score Frequency Distribution
Frequency SF

Through respiratory
droplets from a 2.00 218 72.67% 436.00
COVID-19 positive

Through touching
of surfaces of a 0.00 45 15.00% 0.00
436.00 1.45
COVID-19 positive

Through touching
of surfaces of a
0.00 37 12.33% 0.00
COVID-19
survivor

As depicted in Table 10, 218 out of 300 respondents got the correct answer for question #1

pertaining to the transmission methods of the virus. 82 of the respondents have a wrong answer.

The total score x frequency for the question is 436.00, with a mean score of 1.45.
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Distribution Percentage

72.67%

27.33%

Correct Wrong

Figure 8. Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.1.1)

Figure 8 depicts that there are more correct answers than wrong answers in question #2.1.1.

Correct answers have a greater distribution percentage (72.67%). In contrary, wrong answers have

a lower distribution percentage (27.33%).

2.1.2. “Who is at higher risk of being infected with COVID-19?” (Question #2.1.2)

As shown in Table 11, 124 out of 300 respondents got the correct answer for question #2

pertaining to the transmission methods of the virus. 176 of the respondents have a wrong answer.

The total score x frequency for the question is 248.00, with a mean score of 0.83.
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Table 11. Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.1.2

Score X Total SF Mean

Choice Score Frequency Distribution
Frequency

OLDER ADULTS
with no underlying 2.00 124 41.33% 248.00
medical conditions

MIDDLE AGE
ADULTS with no
0.00 49 16.33% 0.00 248.00 0.83
underlying medical
conditions

ADULTS with no
underlying medical 0.00 124 41.33% 0.00
conditions

Distribution Percentage

57.66%

41.33%

Correct Wrong

Figure 9. Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.1.2)

As seen in Figure 9, there are more wrong answers than correct answers in question #2.1.2.

Wrong answers have a greater distribution percentage (57.66%). In contrary, correct answers have

a lower distribution percentage (41.33%).

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2.1.3. “According to the World Health Organization, infected people appear to be most

infectious in this stage.” (Question #2.1.3)

Table 12. Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.1.3

Score X Total SF Mean

Choice Score Frequency Distribution
Frequency

2 Days BEFORE
They Develop 2.00 206 68.67% 412.00
Symptoms

2 Days AFTER
They Develop 0.00 64 21.33% 0.00 412.00 1.37
Symptoms

2 Weeks AFTER
They Develop 0.00 30 10.00% 0.00
Symptoms

As Table 12 shows, 206 out of 300 respondents got the correct answer for question #3

pertaining to the transmission methods of the virus. 94 of the respondents have a wrong answer.

The total score x frequency for the question is 412.00, with a mean score of 1.37.

Figure 10 indicates that there are more correct answers than wrong answers in question

#2.1.3. Correct answers have a greater distribution percentage (68.67%). In contrary, wrong

answers have a lower distribution percentage (31.33%).

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Distribution Percentage

68.67%

31.33%

Correct Wrong

Figure 10. Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.1.3)

2.1.4. “COVID-19 can spread more easily in these settings.” (Question #2.1.4)

Table 13. Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.1.4

Score X Total Mean

Choice Score Frequency Distribution
Frequency SF

Poorly Ventilated
2.00 234 78.00% 468.00
Indoor Settings

Poorly Ventilated
0.00 52 17.33% 0.00 468.00 1.56
Outdoor Settings

Properly Ventilated
0.00 14 4.67% 0.00
Outdoor Settings

As presented in Table 13, 234 out of 300 respondents got the correct answer for question

#4 pertaining to the transmission methods of the virus. 66 of the respondents have a wrong answer.

The total score x frequency for the question is 468.00, with a mean score of 1.56.
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Distribution Percentage

78.00%

22.00%

Correct Wrong

Figure 11. Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.1.4)

Figure 11 depicts that there are more correct answers than wrong answers in question

#2.1.1. Correct answers have a greater distribution percentage (78.00%). In contrary, wrong

answers have a lower distribution percentage (22.00%).

2.1.5. “Everyone should avoid going to the "Three Cs". "Three Cs" pertains to Confined

and Enclosed Spaces, Crowded Places, and ______?” (Question #2.1.5)

Table 14. Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.1.5

Score X Total Mean

Choice Score Frequency Distribution
Frequency SF

Close-Contact
2.00 236 78.67% 472.00
Settings

City Amusement 472.00 1.57

0.00 24 8.00% 0.00
Sites

Closed to Public
0.00 40 13.33% 0.00
Settings
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As shown in Table 14, 236 out of 300 respondents got the correct answer for question #5

pertaining to the transmission methods of the virus. 64 of the respondents have a wrong answer.

The total score x frequency for the question is 472.00, with a mean score of 1.57.

Distribution Percentage

78.67%

21.33%

Correct Wrong

Figure 12. Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.1.5)

As seen in Figure 12, there are more correct answers than wrong answers in question

#2.1.5. Correct answers have a greater distribution percentage (78.67%). In contrary, wrong

answers have a lower distribution percentage (21.33%).

Table 15. Numerical Presentation of Data for Questions on Transmission Methods of COVID-19

Question # Mean ΣMean Description

1 1.45

2 0.83

3 1.37 6.78 Poor

4 1.56

5 1.57
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As depicted in Table 15, question #5 has the highest mean score (1.57). In contrary,

question #2 which has the lowest mean score (0.83). The total mean for the questions on

transmission methods of COVID-19 is 6.78, which have a description of poor.

Table 16. Mean Score of Filipino Citizens vs. Standard Score (Transmission Methods of
COVID-19) (ANOVA)

Groups Count Sum Average Variance

Mean Score 3 20.35 6.783333 0.867733

Standard Score 3 21 7.00 0.00

ANOVA

Source of
SS df MS F P-value F crit
Variation
Between
Groups 0.070416667 1 0.07042 0.1623 0.70765 7.70865

Within
Groups 1.735466667 4 0.43387

As presented in Table 16, the ANOVA results F(1,4) = 7.71, F = 0.16 and P0.71 > α = 0.05

indicate that there is no significant difference between the mean score of Filipino citizens and

standard score. This means that the level of awareness of the Filipinos towards COVID-19 in terms

of the transmission methods of the COVID-19 virus is excellent.

Figure 13 indicates that the standard score has a higher point value than the mean score of

Filipino citizens on the questions about the transmission methods of the COVID-19 virus. Standard

score has a point value of 7.00, while the mean score has a point value of only 6.78.
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Score

7.00

6.78

Standard Mean

Figure 13. Standard Score vs. Mean Score of Filipino Citizens (Transmission Methods of
COVID-19)

2.2. Prevention Measures

2.2.1. “The Philippine Government’s Minimum Public Health Standards Advocacy

Campaign of wearing a face mask, washing of hands, and maintaining a physical

distance is locally known as _______?” (Question #2.2.1)

Table 17. Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.2.1

Score X Total Mean

Choice Score Frequency Distribution
Frequency SF

Mask, Hugas, Iwas" 2.00 111 37.00% 222.00

"Mask, Face Shield,

0.00 120 40.00% 0.00
Iwas" 222.00 0.74

"Mask, Wash,
0.00 69 23.00% 0.00
Distance"
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As Table 17 shows, 111 out of 300 respondents got the correct answer for question #1

pertaining to the preventive measures against the virus. 189 of the respondents have a wrong

answer. The total score x frequency for the question is 222.00, with a mean score of 0.74.

Distribution Percentage

63.00%

37.00%

Correct Wrong

Figure 14. Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.2.1)

Figure 14 depicts that there are more wrong answers than correct answers in question

#2.2.1. Wrong answers have a greater distribution percentage (63.00%). In contrary, correct

answers have a lower distribution percentage (37.00%).

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2.2.2. Department of Health's campaign promotes the active role of individuals in the fight

against COVID-19 by practicing essential behaviors simplified into 4 letters: BIDA.

What does letter "B" stands for?” (Question #2.2.2)

Table 18. Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.2.2

Score X Total Mean

Choice Score Frequency Distribution
Frequency SF

"Bawal walang 2.00 115 38.33% 230.00

mask"

"Bawal lumabas" 0.00 102 34.00% 0.00 230.00 0.77

"Bawal walang 0.00 83 27.67% 0.00

social distancing

As shown in Table 18, 115 out of 300 respondents got the correct answer for question #2

pertaining to the preventive measures against the virus. 185 of the respondents have a wrong

answer. The total score x frequency for the question is 230.00, with a mean score of 0.77.

Distribution Percentage

61.67%

38.33%

Correct Wrong

Figure 15. Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.2.2)

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As seen in figure 14, there are more wrong answers than correct answers in question #2.2.2.

Wrong answers have a greater distribution percentage (61.67%). In contrary, correct answers have

a lower distribution percentage (38.33%).

2.2.3. “According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP), citizens in

public places must have a distance of ______ from each other.” (Question #2.2.3)

Table 19. Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.2.3

Score X Total Mean

Choice Score Frequency Distribution
Frequency SF

6 Feet 2.00 160 53.70% 320.00

8 Feet 0.00 83 27.85% 0.00 320.00 1.07

10 Feet 0.00 55 18.46% 0.00

As presented in Table 19, 160 out of 298 responses were correct for question #3 pertaining

to the preventive measures against the virus. 140 of the respondents have a wrong answer. The

total score x frequency for the question is 320.00, with a mean score of 1.07.
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Distribution Percentage

53.70%

46.30%

Correct Wrong

Figure 16. Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.2.3)

Figure 16 indicates that there are more correct answers than wrong answers in question

#2.2.3. Correct answers have a greater distribution percentage (53.70%). In contrary, wrong

answers have a lower distribution percentage (46.30%).

2.2.4. “Wearing of face shield is not necessary when you are already wearing a face mask.”

(Question #2.2.4)

Table 20. Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.2.4

Score X Total Mean

Choice Score Frequency Distribution
Frequency SF

True 0.00 55 18.33% 0.00

False 2.00 221 73.67% 442.00 442.00 1.47

Maybe 0.00 24 8.00% 0.00

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As depicted in Table 20, 221 out of 300 respondents got the correct answer for question #2

pertaining to the preventive measures against the virus. 79 of the respondents have a wrong answer.

The total score x frequency for the question is 442.00, with a mean score of 1.47.

Distribution Percentage

73.67%

26.33%

Correct Wrong

Figure 17. Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.2.4)

Figure 17 depicts that there are more correct answers than wrong answers in question

#2.2.4. Correct answers have a greater distribution percentage (73.67%). In contrary, wrong

answers have a lower distribution percentage (26.33%).

2.2.5. “When you take off a mask, store it in a clean plastic bag or dispose it in a trash bin.”

(Question #2.2.5)

As Table 21 shows, 278 out of 300 respondents got the correct answer for question #5

pertaining to the preventive measures against the virus. 22 of the respondents have a wrong answer.

The total score x frequency for the question is 556.00, with a mean score of 1.85.
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Table 21. Numerical Presentation of Data for Question #2.2.5

Score X Total SF Mean

Choice Score Frequency Distribution
Frequency

True 2.00 278 92.67% 556.00

False 0.00 16 5.33% 0.00 556.00 1.85

Maybe 0.00 6 2.00% 0.00

Distribution Percentage

92.67%

7.33%

Correct Wrong

Figure 18. Correct Answers vs. Wrong Answers (Question #2.2.5)

As seen in figure 18, there are more correct answers than wrong answers in question #2.2.5.

Correct answers have a greater distribution percentage (92.67%). In contrary, wrong answers have

a lower distribution percentage (7.33%).

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Table 22. Numerical Presentation of Data for Questions on Preventive Measures Against
COVID-19

Question # Mean ΣMean Description

1 0.74

2 0.77

3 1.07 5.90 Poor

4 1.47

5 1.85

As shown in Table 22, question #5 has the highest mean score (1.85). In contrary, question

#1 which has the lowest mean score (0.74). The total mean for the questions on preventive

measures against the COVID-19 virus is 5.90, which have a description of poor.

Score

7.00

5.90

Standard Mean

Figure 19. Standard Score vs. Mean Score of Filipino Citizens (Preventive Measures Against
COVID-19)
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Figure 19 depicts that the standard score has a higher point value than the mean score of

Filipino citizens on the questions about the preventive measures against the COVID-19 virus.

Standard score has a point value of 7.00, while the mean score has a point value of only 5.90.

Table 23. Mean Score of Filipino Citizens vs. Standard Score (Preventive Measures Against
COVID-19) (ANOVA)

Groups Count Sum Average Variance

Mean Score 3 17.7 5.9 0.6937

Standard Score 3 21 7.00 0.00

ANOVA

Source of
SS df MS F P-value F crit
Variation

Between
Groups 1.815 1 1.815 5.23281 0.084085 7.708647

Within
Groups 1.3874 4 0.34685

As Table 23 shows, the ANOVA results F(1,4) = 7.71, F = 5.23 and P0.08 > α = 0.05 indicate

that there is no significant difference between the mean score of Filipino citizens and standard

score. This means that the level of awareness of the Filipinos towards COVID-19 in terms of the

preventive measures against the COVID-19 virus is excellent.

3. Significant Difference on the Level of Knowledge in terms of:

3.1.Age

As presented in Table 24, the age group 16-25 has the highest mean score (13.47). In

contrary, the age group 36-45 has the lowest mean score (11.40). All of the age groups has a mean

score equivalent to a description of poor.

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Table 24. Numerical Presentation of Data for Every Age Group

Age Group ΣF ΣMF Mean Description

16-25 124 1670.00 13.47 Poor

26-35 81 994.00 12.27 Poor

36-45 53 604.00 11.40 Poor

46-55 25 326.00 13.04 Poor

55 and Older 17 216.00 12.71 Poor

13.47

13.04
12.71

12.27

11.40

16-25 26-35 36-45 46-55 55 older

Figure 20. Mean Scores of Every Age Group

As seen in figure 20, the age group 16-25 have the highest mean score (13.47). The age

group 36-45 have the lowest mean score (11.40). The second from highest mean score is age group

46-55 (13.04), followed by age group 55 and older (12.71) and age group 26-35 (12.27).
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Table 25. Difference in Level of Knowledge of Every Age Group (ANOVA)

Groups Count Sum Average Variance

16-25 3 40.42624855 13.47541618 6.392432338

26-35 3 36.81481481 12.27160494 1.236396891
36-45 3 34.19705882 11.39901961 0.959310842
46-55 3 39.11555556 13.03851852 1.697784362
55 and older 3 38.13 12.71 5.1523

ANOVA

Source of
SS df MS F P-value F crit
Variation
Between
Groups 7.556176958 4 1.889044239 0.611807481 0.663694701 3.478049691

Within
Groups 30.87644887 10 3.087644887

As Table 25 shows, the ANOVA results F(4,10) = 3.48, F = 0. 61 and P0.66> α = 0.05 indicate

that there is no significant difference on the level of knowledge of Filipino citizens. This means

that the age of the individuals does not have a significant effect on their level of knowledge towards

COVID-19.

3.2. Sex

As depicted in Table 26, the sex group female has the highest mean score (13.00). In

contrary, the sex group male has the lowest mean score (12.46). Both sex groups have a mean

score equivalent to a description of poor.

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Table 26. Numerical Presentation of Data for Every Sex Group

Sex Group ΣF ΣMF Mean Description

Male 166 2068.00 12.46 Poor

Female 134 1742.00 13.00 Poor

13.00

12.46

Male Female

Figure 21. Mean Scores of Every Sex Group

Figure 21 indicates that the sex group female has a greater mean score than sex group male.

The sex group female has a higher mean score (13.00). While the sex group male has a lower mean

score (12.46).
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Table 27. Difference in Level of Knowledge of Every Sex Group (ANOVA)

Groups Count Sum Average Variance

Male 3 37.38727273 12.46242424 2.020615978

Female 3 38.99181818 12.99727273 4.507914876

ANOVA

Source of
SS df MS F P-value F crit
Variation
Between
Groups 0.429094353 1 0.429094353 0.131452041 0.735276236 7.708647422

Within
Groups 13.05706171 4 3.264265427

As Table 27 shows, the ANOVA results F(1,4) = 7.71, F = 0. 13 and P0.74 > α = 0.05 indicate

that there is no significant difference on the level of knowledge of Filipino citizens. This means

that the sex of the individuals does not have a significant effect on their level of knowledge towards

COVID-19.

3.3. Ethnicity

Table 28. Numerical Presentation of Data for Every Ethnic Group

Ethnic Group ΣF ΣMF Mean Description

Maguindanaon 129 1696.00 13.15 Poor

Tagalog 108 1376.00 12.74 Poor

Cebuano 36 424.00 11.78 Poor

Maranao 17 198.00 11.65 Poor

Others 10 116.00 11.60 Poor

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As Table 28 shows, the ethnic group Maguindanaon has the highest mean score (13.15). In

contrary, the choice pertaining to other ethnic groups has the lowest mean score (11.60). All of the

ethnic groups has a mean score equivalent to a description of poor.

13.15

12.74

11.78
11.65 11.60

Maguindanaon Tagalog Cebuano Maranao Others

Figure 22. Mean Scores of Every Ethnic Group

Figure 22 depicts that the ethnic group Maguindanaon have the highest mean score (13.15).

The choice pertaining to other ethnic group have the lowest mean score (11.60). The second from

highest mean score is ethnic group Tagalog (12.74), followed by ethnic group Cebuano (11.78)

and ethnic group Maranao (11.65).

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Table 29. Difference in Level of Knowledge of Every Ethnic Group (ANOVA)

Groups Count Sum Average Variance

Maguindanaon 3 39.45330637 13.15110212 2.495876748

Tagalog 3 38.22222222 12.74074074 5.883744856

Cebuano 3 35.33333333 11.77777778 1.787037037

Maranao 3 34.95 11.65 4.3075

Others 3 34.8 11.6 4.48

ANOVA

Source of
SS df MS F P-value F crit
Variation
Between
Groups 6.109425703 4 1.527356426 0.402907999 0.80249103 3.478049691

Within
Groups 37.90831728 10 3.790831728

As Table 29 shows, the ANOVA results F(4,10) = 3.48, F = 0. 40 and P0.80 > α = 0.05 indicate

that there is no significant difference on the level of knowledge of Filipino citizens. This means

that the ethnicity of the individuals does not have a significant effect on their level of knowledge

towards COVID-19.
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CHAPTER IV

CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

This chapter includes the conclusion formulated based from the results of the study as well

as the recommendations for future researchers.

1. Conclusions

The researcher identified the perception and level of awareness of Filipino citizens

towards COVID-19. The data gathered showed that the Filipinos have a positive outlook

on the COVID-19 pandemic (2.83). The individuals agree to four questions and disagree

on one question, resulting in a mean score equivalent to the description of agree. The

proponent found out the level of awareness of the Filipinos in terms of the preventive

measures (5.90) and transmission methods (6.78) of the virus. Results from the Analysis

of Variance (ANOVA) indicated that there is no significant difference between the

standard quality score and the mean score of the citizens in both categories. It means that

the level of awareness of the Filipinos towards COVID-19 in terms of its transmission

methods and preventive measures is excellent. Also, the ANOVA results showed that there

is no significant difference between the mean scores of various groups of age, sex, and

ethnicity. It signifies that the age, sex, and ethnicity of Filipino citizens have no significant

difference in their level of awareness towards COVID-19.

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2. Recommendations

During the conduct of the study, instances were experienced by the researcher which

created recommendations that may contribute to the enhancement and improvement of future

related studies. The researchers and the study, in general, suggest having more questions per

category to enhance the credibility of the findings. It is also recommended to have more

respondents to develop the claims drawn from the data. Moreover, it is advised to broaden the

scope through the manipulation of the research questions.

The researchers suggest the following topics for further researchers:

1. A Qualitative Study on the Level of Awareness of Filipino Citizens towards COVID-19

2. Efficacy of Online Method of Learning Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic

3. Compliance of Filipino Citizens to Health Protocols During COVID-19 Pandemic

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APPENDIX A – Survey Questionnaire

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APPENDIX B – Responses to Survey Questionnaire

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