How Does a Qualitative Historical Researcher Determine Validity and Reliability

question 21

Multiple Choice

How does a qualitative historical researcher determine validity and reliability? The researcher:

• A) determines that theoretical saturation is reached with as many primary sources as possible and secondary sources on a limited basis.
• B) does not need to be concerned with validity and reliability.
• C) finds as many sources as possible on the topic and does not exclude any of them.
• D) uses references written about the subject by qualified experts to help ensure validity and reliability.

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Definitions:

Fair Labor Standards Act

A U.S. law that sets out various labor regulations regarding interstate commerce employment, including minimum wages, requirements for overtime pay, and limitations on child labor.

Gross Earnings

The total income earned by an individual or company before deductions such as taxes and retirement contributions.

Regular Earnings

Income received from standard work hours or salary, excluding overtime or bonuses.

FICA-OASDI

Federal Insurance Contributions Act - Old Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance, a U.S. payroll tax that funds Social Security and is shared between employers and employees.