Which of the following is an important skill when critiquing qualitative research?

a. An ability to determine appropriate statistical tests for this type of research
b. Being able to identify the potential weaknesses of qualitative research
c. Distinguishing quantitative from qualitative research
d. Finding the hypothesis since they are often hidden in a qualitative study


ANS: B
It is important to be able to identify and fully understand the potential weaknesses of qualitative research
Qualitative studies do not generally use any statistical tests.
Even if the reviewer is confused, the study itself would describe the type of study conducted.
Many qualitative studies do not have a hypothesis.

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