One set of researchers studying gang behavior with participant observation methods found out that they were lacking individuals or settings to examine a particular process of gang initation. When they realized they needed specific individuals in their study that could help them understand gang intitation more thoroughly, they decided to select new settings and individuals who they considered to be influential based on their earlier observations. These researchers engaged in ______.
A. theoretical sampling
B. snowball sampling
C. informed sampling
D. experience sampling
Answer: B
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The primary method of policy analysis in the U.S. is cost-benefit analysis which often overlooks ethical issues.
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a. Higher than b. Lower than c. Equal to d. Unknown compared to
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_________is behavior that is considered to go against the norms established by society
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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Only parents may use reasonable force in disciplining children
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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