Which of the Following Is False Regarding Qualitative Research

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is false regarding qualitative research?

• A) Qualitative research is traditionally nonnumerical.
• B) Qualitative research is more likely to rely on actual observations or experiences to develop knowledge.
• C) Respondents in qualitative research are typically asked closed-ended questions where the researcher can gain a deeper understanding of the given topic.
• D) Qualitative research intends to understand meaning individuals give to a phenomenon inductively.

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Definitions:

Probability

The likelihood of an event occurring, depicted as a number anywhere between 0 and 1.

Manic-depressive Illness

A bipolar disorder marked by extreme mood swings, including episodes of mania and depression, affecting a person's energy and functionality.

Mean Number

The average value obtained by dividing the sum of all numbers in a set by the quantity of numbers in that set.

Female Students

Individuals identified as female who are enrolled in an educational institution.