Which statement about research problems and paradigms (qualitative and quantitative methods) is true?
A. Quantitative studies typically focus on well-developed concepts for which reliable methods of measurement exist.
B. All research questions can be addressed using either quantitative or qualitative methods.
C. Research problems emerge from allegiance to either the positivist paradigm (quantitative methods) or constructivist paradigm (qualitative methods).
D. Many research questions cannot be answered within either of the two main paradigms.
Ans: A. Quantitative studies typically focus on well-developed concepts for which reliable methods of measurement exist.
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