When should a researcher consider using the Guttman scale?
A) when there is only one indicator in a measure
B) in a survey when everyone gives identical answers to a question
C) when one thinks there might be a pattern in data or survey responses, such that all who agree with a strong position also agree with mild positions, but those holding a mild position rarely take a strong stand
D) in a study when the data or results have absolutely no pattern
E) when the researcher plans to add together all responses to a questionnaire into a single number
C
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in the text?
a. narrative text b. context map c. sociogram d. contingency table
Unobtrusive measures can reduce the problem of A) the researcher's impact on the phenomenon being studied
B)invalid operationalization of concepts.? C)unreliable measurements.? D) invalid measurement.? E) none of the above.
One variation of the patient-therapist relationship is exemplified by this model which instructs its therapists to empathize with a family's predicament while also empowering them to use their own strengths to find solutions, from a position of partnershi
a. solution focused b. Milan c. communications d. a and b
What are the components of a case study design?
A. the study’s questions B. the study’s questions and propositions C. the study’s questions, propositions, and unit of analysis D. the study’s questions, propositions, unit of analysis, and hypothesis