When a Researcher Begins with a Specific Case or Participant,and

question 9

Multiple Choice

When a researcher begins with a specific case or participant,and then applies those findings to subsequent participants in order to develop a theory,they are:

• A)using deductive reasoning and nomothetic reasoning
• B)applying semiotics
• C)using grounded theory and nomothetic reasoning
• D)using a cross-case method approach and grounded theory
• E)using deductive reasoning and semiotics

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Definitions:

Group Members

Individuals who are part of a larger collective, sharing common goals, tasks, or interests, contributing unique skills and perspectives.

Personal Advantage

refers to the benefit or gain that an individual secures for themselves, often in a manner that prioritizes their own interests.

Goal Accomplishment

The achievement of objectives set by an individual or organization, marking the completion of targeted tasks or milestones.

Opportunistic Leaders

Leaders who take advantage of situations to further their own interests, sometimes at the expense of others or ethical principles.