Which aim of research is characteristic of or appropriate for qualitative research methods?
a. Control
b. Prediction
c. Explanation
d. Understanding
ANS: D
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A A characteristic of quantitative or empirical research is the control of variables.
B A characteristic of quantitative or empirical research is prediction of outcomes.
C A characteristic of quantitative or empirical research is providing explanation of events.
D Meaning and understanding of human experience are characteristics of qualitative research.
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