Which of the following best describes the goal of participatory action research?
a. Analytical epidemiological findings
b. Careful descriptive research studies
c. Experimental studies using both experimental and control groups
d. Social change resulting from stakeholders' strategies
ANS: D
The goal of participatory action research is social change. The strategies reached collectively by the involved stakeholders lead to changes within the group and the community. Participatory action research does not produce analytical epidemiological findings, descriptive research studies, or experimental studies.
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