Dean Is a Quantitative Researcher Who Studies Attitudes About Computer

question 17

Multiple Choice

Dean is a quantitative researcher who studies attitudes about computer use. Which of the following data collection strategies is most consistent with a quantitative research design?

• A) Observe a few participants over an extended period of time as they work on computers.
• B) Conduct focus group interviews to determine computer users' attitudes.
• C) Interview a few participants and ask them to refer others to the study.
• D) Develop and administer a Likert-type survey to collect attitude data.

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