The Four Major Steps of the Qualitative Data Analysis Process

question 29

Multiple Choice

The four major steps of the qualitative data analysis process occur in the following order:

• A) Developing the story, organizing the data into concepts, reporting the findings, and maximizing rigor by validating conclusions.
• B) Organizing the data into concepts, developing the story, maximizing rigor by validating conclusions, and reporting the findings.
• C) Organizing the data into concepts, maximizing rigor by validating conclusions, developing the story, and reporting findings.
• D) Maximizing rigor by validating conclusions, developing the story, organizing the data into concepts, and reporting the findings.

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Definitions:

Addictions

A complex condition, a brain disorder characterized by compulsive engagement in rewarding stimuli despite adverse consequences.

Continuous Reinforcement

A method of learning in which every correct response is followed by a reward, thereby reinforcing the behavior.

Partial Reinforcement

A technique in behavior psychology where only some responses are reinforced, leading to more resistant behavior change.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral concept where the removal of an unfavorable event or condition increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.