Compared with Using Strictly a Qualitative or Quantitative Approach to Research

question 8

Multiple Choice

Compared with using strictly a qualitative or quantitative approach to research, use of a mixed method research design offers distinct advantages, including:

• A) Preventing generation of conflicting results
• B) Providing stronger evidence for a conclusion
• C) Eliminating the need to utilize a research team
• D) Decreasing the time needed for project completion

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Definitions:

Parallel Venation

A pattern of plant vein arrangement where veins run parallel to each other throughout the leaf blade.

Palmate Venation

A type of leaf venation where several main veins radiate outwards from a single point, resembling the palm of a hand, typical of some types of plants.

Phloem

The vascular tissue in plants responsible for the transport of organic nutrients, particularly sucrose, from the leaves to the rest of the plant.

Xylem

The vascular tissue in plants that conducts water and dissolved nutrients upward from the root and helps form the woody element in the stem.