Survey Research Tends to Produce Quantitative Data

question 26

Multiple Choice

Survey research tends to produce quantitative data. One key advantage of this kind of data is that:

• A) it is easy to transmit to the public.
• B) it includes observations and informal interviews.
• C) it allows the researcher to review the literature.
• D) it affords easy access to the norms, values, and meanings held by members of a group.
• E) it is the only kind of data that is useful.

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