Which of the Following Is Not a Type of Interview

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a type of interview used in qualitative research:

• A) structured
• B) semi-structured
• C) unstructured
• D) all of these types of interviews are used in qualitative research

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Definitions:

Confounding Variable

An extraneous variable in an experimental design that correlates with both the dependent and independent variables, potentially leading to a false assumption of causality.

Experimental Approach

A research method involving the manipulation of variables to observe and measure the effects on subjects in a controlled setting.

Manipulation of Variable

The process in experimental research of changing one variable to determine if changes in one variable cause changes in another variable.

Confounds

Variables that obscure the clear understanding of the relationship between different variables in a study, due to their intertwined effects.