Ideally, What Should Qualitative Researchers Be Able to Do

question 53

Multiple Choice

Ideally, what should qualitative researchers be able to do?

• A) conduct the study quickly
• B) hire someone to conduct the review of literature
• C) understand and use holistic description
• D) be skilled in statistical analysis

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Definitions:

Free Operant Theory

A concept in behavioral psychology where an organism can respond at any time, leading to certain consequences, which then affect the frequency of future behaviors.

Behavioral Allocation

The process of distributing or prioritizing behaviors based on various factors such as rewards, effort required, and environmental cues.

Matching Law

A principle stating that animals will distribute their behaviors in proportion to the rate of reinforcement they receive for those behaviors.

Minimizing Law

The principle suggesting that organisms will adapt their behaviors in order to minimize negative consequences or punishments.