Considering Developments in Methodology in Political Science in the 20th

question 13

Multiple Choice

Considering developments in methodology in political science in the 20th (and into the 21st) century, some find that ______.

• A) qualitative methods have gained more support
• B) quantitative methods are more likely to be favored
• C) promotion in rank and tenure acquisition is dependent on the use of quantitative methods
• D) promotion in rank and tenure acquisition is dependent on the use of qualitative methods

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Definitions:

Disqualifying Suppliers

The process of removing vendors from consideration for contracts due to failure to meet specified criteria or standards.

Competitive Advantage

An attribute or set of attributes that allows an organization to outperform its competitors.

Operational Efficiency

The ability of an organization to minimize input and expenditure while maximizing output, thereby optimizing performance.

Quality Standards

Set of criteria within an industry that define the acceptable level of product or service quality to ensure customer satisfaction.