Which of the Following Is NOT One of the Four

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the four key characteristics of grounded theory?

• A) the newly constructed grounded theory should fit the data.
• B) the theory should have no generality
• C) the theory should contribute to some control of the phenomenon.
• D) the theory must provide understanding of the phenomenon

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Definitions:

DSM-5 Personality Disorders

A categorization within the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, which identifies and classifies personality disorders.

Extreme Scores

Data points that are significantly higher or lower than the majority of scores in a distribution.

Obsessive-compulsive

Relating to or characterized by persistent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive, ritualistic behaviors (compulsions) which one feels driven to perform.

Ritualistic Behavior

Repeated actions performed in a specific sequence, often with symbolic meaning, and sometimes related to cultural or religious practices.