When Researchers Use Qualitative Methods to Follow Up on Outliers

question 16

Multiple Choice

When researchers use qualitative methods to follow up on outliers or extreme cases based upon their quantitative data, they are employing a(n) __________ mixed methods research design.

• A) convergent parallel
• B) interpretation
• C) exploratory sequential
• D) explanatory sequential

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Definitions:

Death Rate

The number of deaths in a given population during a specific period, usually expressed per 1,000 or 100,000 individuals.

Binge Eating Disorder

An eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food, often quickly and to the point of discomfort.

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder involving episodes of binge eating followed by purging to prevent weight gain.

Anorexia Nervosa

The diagnosis involves having an alarmingly low weight, an extreme apprehension about weight gain, and a distorted perception of one’s body shape or size.