Statements of Purpose for Mixed Methods Studies

question 26

Multiple Choice

Statements of purpose for mixed methods studies:

• A) Refer to quantitative and qualitative aspects of the study
• B) Simply describe the phenomenon under investigation
• C) Focus in on predictive variables
• D) Tend to be shorter than purpose statements for other types of studies

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Definitions:

Seedlings

are young plants, especially trees, that have germinated from seeds and are in the early stages of growth.

Crown Fire

A wildfire that spreads from treetop to treetop, often out of control, and is more intense than a surface fire.

Prescribed Fire

The controlled application of fire by management agencies to reduce the risk of uncontrolled wildfires and to manage ecosystems.