Researchers in One Study Systematically Analyzed the Contents of the Notes

question 110

Multiple Choice

Researchers in one study systematically analyzed the contents of the notes of suicide victims to determine recurring themes, such as feelings of despair or failure. They hoped to determine if any patterns could be found that would help in understanding why people might kill themselves. This is an example of __________.

• A) functionalist research
• B) qualitative research
• C) postmodern research
• D) quantitative research

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Definitions:

Sensations

The immediate experiences generated from the stimulation of the senses, including sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch.

Proposition

A statement or assertion put forward for consideration or debate, often as part of an argument or hypothesis.

Intelligence

The ability to acquire knowledge, think abstractly, understand complex ideas, and adapt to new situations.

Sex Lives

Aspects of an individual's or couple's sexual activities, preferences, and intimacy.