Which Type of Research Would Likely Be Called "Soft" Research

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which type of research would likely be called "soft" research?

• A)qualitative research
• B)quantitative research
• C)pluralistic research
• D)focus group research
• E)Socratic research

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Definitions:

Sensation

The process by which sensory receptors and the nervous system receive and represent stimulus energies from our environment.

Bottom-Up Processing

An approach where perception begins with the stimuli whose reception is made by sensory receptors, leading to higher-level processing.

Top-Down Processing

A cognitive process that uses an individual's background knowledge to influence perception.

Superman

A fictional superhero character created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, known for his superhuman abilities.