SAGE Core Concepts in Sociology: Qualitative Versus Quantitative DataClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 45, and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test, and answer the following questions:What is the scientific method?
A. the process of using quantitative research methods
B. the process of gathering empirical data, creating theories, and rigorously testing those theories
C. the process of extrapolating from data
D. the process of selecting the appropriate research method to test a given hypothesis
Answer: B
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