Which of the following factors do not influence saturation of data and therefore sample size in a qualitative study?
a. Quality of the data
b. Randomization of the sample
c. Scope of the study
d. Study design
ANS: B
Randomization of the data is a concern for quantitative research designs. All other choices are concerns for saturation of data in qualitative research.
Quality of data is a concern for saturation of data in qualitative research.
Scope of the study is a concern for saturation of data in qualitative research.
Study design is a concern for saturation of data in qualitative research.
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