Which of the Following Is True of Focus Groups

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of focus groups?

• A)They tend to be qualitative rather than quantitative.
• B)They are less dynamic than interviews.
• C)They need the least amount of planning than other qualitative methods of data collection such as one-on-one interviews.
• D)They yield no other data except for the participant's direct responses.
• E)A focus group is an inappropriate method for researchers who wish to gather in-depth information about social processes.

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