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Introduction to Research Methods and Reasoning

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What distinguishes qualitative research from quantitative research?

Testing new theories

Use of words and open questions (correct)

Involves data collected in participants' settings

Objective and specific theory testing

How might a constructivist researcher approach examining emotional attachment to cars?

Using an inductive approach to observe society and construct meanings (correct)

Relying on objective data analysis

Conducting surveys to measure attachment levels

Applying a positivist epistemology

What is the primary focus of positivist researchers?

Making subjective interpretations

Fully relying on objectivity (correct)

Honoring an inductive style of research

Starting from theories and revising based on data

Which of the following best describes qualitative research?

Collecting data in participants' settings Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of quantitative research?

Measuring variables through instruments like surveys Signup and view all the answers

In qualitative research, what type of questions are typically asked?

Open questions Signup and view all the answers

What type of reasoning involves starting from specific premises and forming a general conclusion?

Inductive reasoning Signup and view all the answers

According to Karl Popper, what can be inferred by observing a single black swan?

All swans are white Signup and view all the answers

Which method of research is determined by the researcher's worldview and research question?

Qualitative research method Signup and view all the answers

What is the main philosophy underlying Constructivism?

Humans construct meanings based on historical and social perspectives Signup and view all the answers

In Constructivism, how is the interpretation of findings influenced?

By own experiences and social perspectives Signup and view all the answers

What sets apart how humans make sense of the world in Constructivism compared to Positivism?

Constructing meanings based on personal experiences Signup and view all the answers