The Methods of Qualitative Research Are Often Inductive

question 6

Multiple Choice

The methods of qualitative research are often inductive. This means that:

• A) Observation precedes theory, hypotheses and interpretation
• B) Theory guides the generation of hypotheses, which in turn determines the methods of observation and analysis.

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