While Quantitative Methods Are Used to Test Hypotheses, Qualitative Methods

question 90

Multiple Choice

While quantitative methods are used to test hypotheses, qualitative methods are used to:

• A)compare theories
• B)describe people's experiences
• C)enhance the reliability of prior studies
• D)test theories
• E)validate new measures of variables

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Definitions:

Trait Model

A psychological theory that attempts to analyze personality based on a set of measurable traits or characteristics.

Personality Model

A theoretical framework used to describe, understand, and predict an individual's characteristic patterns of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

Behavioral Attributes

Characteristics or qualities of an individual's actions or conduct.

Wealthy Relative

A family member who possesses considerable financial resources or wealth.