What Factors Would Lead Logically to the Mixed Methods Approach

question 28

Multiple Choice

What factors would lead logically to the mixed methods approach to research?

• A) When the quantitative approach alone is not adequate.
• B) When the qualitative approach alone is not adequate.
• C) When both are needed to get adequate answers to a posed research topic.
• D) None of these.
• E) All of these.

---

Definitions:

Research Hypothesis

Posits an expected causation, correlation, or difference between studied variables, formulated for scientific testing and verification.

Null Hypothesis

The default hypothesis in statistical testing that assumes no effect or difference, stating that any observed variability is due to chance.

Directional

Pertains to hypothesis testing or research questions that specify the direction of the expected relationship or difference between variables.

Entire Population

Refers to all members or elements of a defined group or category that a researcher is studying.