When Qualitative Researchers Use Ethnographic Fieldwork to Conduct a Descriptive

question 45

Multiple Choice

When qualitative researchers use ethnographic fieldwork to conduct a descriptive study,what is the best outcome?

• A)a correlation
• B)establishment of causation
• C)thick description
• D)a longitudinal analysis

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Definitions:

Mast Cell

A type of white blood cell part of the immune system, containing granules rich in histamine and heparin, involved in allergic reactions and inflammation.

Histamine

A compound released by cells in response to injury and in allergic and inflammatory reactions, causing contraction of smooth muscle and dilation of capillaries.

Protease Inhibitors

Substances or drugs that inhibit the action of proteases (enzymes that break down proteins), used in various therapies including the treatment of viral infections.

Reverse Transcriptase

An enzyme used by retroviruses to transcribe their RNA into DNA, integrating the viral genome into the host's genome.