What Is the First Step a Researcher Might Use to Analyze

question 15

Multiple Choice

What is the first step a researcher might use to analyze the qualitative data in a study?

• A) Prepare the data
• B) Code the data
• C) Explore the data
• D) Define themes from the data

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Definitions:

Physical Development

The biological growth and changes in the human body over time, including motor skills, muscle and bone growth, and the maturation of organ systems.

Growth

The process of increasing in physical size, often measured through parameters like height, weight, and strength.

Sleep Patterns

Describes the habitual resting and activity cycles or rhythms that determine when a person sleeps and wakes.

Bedtime Rituals

Established routines or series of actions performed before going to bed, often to improve sleep quality.