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Conversational analysts look only at the structure of communication.

A) True
B) False

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Variable-oriented research is similar to the nomothetic model of explanation.

A) True
B) False

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Bill is putting together diagrams to demonstrate how the concepts within his qualitative research study of correctional officer attitudes towards inmates.What process is he engaged in?


A) memoing
B) concept mapping
C) transcription
D) axial coding
E) selective coding

F) A) and E)
G) All of the above

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Define what is meant by variable-oriented analysis and what is meant by case-oriented analysis.Give an example of a research project in which you would use variable-oriented analysis and one where you would use case-oriented analysis.

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Jeremy was born in 1948 and grew up during the 1960s.He was sent to Viet Nam in 1967 and was horrified by what he saw.When he returned home he suffered sleepless nights and nightmares.He began to work at a bank but often fell asleep during the day.He met Mary,another bank employee,in 1980 and they married in 1981.They divorced in 1983.Mary could not cope with Jeremy's nightmares,bouts of depression,and bouts with alcohol.After the divorce,Jeremy's depression increased and began to drink even more heavily.If a researcher examined Jeremy's story and then looked at other veterans "like" Jeremy in order to develop a theory about job loss and veteran status,the researcher would be


A) using inductive reasoning.
B) using a cross-case method approach.
C) developing grounded theory.
D) using inductive reasoning, a cross-case method approach, and developing grounded theory.
E) Cannot tell from the given information.

F) B) and C)
G) C) and E)

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Define what is meant by qualitative analysis and what is meant by quantitative analysis.What are the differences between the two forms of analysis? Are there similarities between the two? If so,describe some of the similarities.If no,why not?

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Qualitative analysis refers to the examination and interpretation of non-numeric data, such as words, images, and observations, to understand the underlying meanings, patterns, and themes. It involves the use of subjective judgment and is often used in fields such as social sciences, humanities, and market research. On the other hand, quantitative analysis involves the use of numerical data and statistical methods to measure and analyze phenomena. It focuses on objective measurements and is commonly used in fields such as economics, finance, and natural sciences. The main difference between qualitative and quantitative analysis lies in the type of data used and the methods of analysis. Qualitative analysis relies on subjective interpretation and understanding, while quantitative analysis relies on objective measurements and statistical analysis. Despite their differences, there are some similarities between qualitative and quantitative analysis. Both forms of analysis aim to understand and explain phenomena, and they can be used in combination to provide a more comprehensive understanding of a topic. Additionally, both types of analysis require careful planning, data collection, and interpretation to ensure the validity and reliability of the findings. In conclusion, while qualitative and quantitative analysis differ in their approach and methods, they share the common goal of understanding and explaining phenomena. By recognizing the strengths and limitations of each approach, researchers can use both qualitative and quantitative analysis to gain a deeper understanding of complex issues.

Open coding refers to the initial classification and labeling of concepts.

A) True
B) False

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As he begins to analyze his qualitative data set,Chip begins to make a series of notes about each case he reads over.What process is he currently performing?


A) selective coding
B) axial coding
C) transcription
D) memoing
E) mapping

F) A) and E)
G) B) and D)

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Rodriguez compiled voluminous notes during his qualitative study of the rise and fall of a recycling center in town.He must now begin classifying or categorizing individual pieces of data and set up a retrieval system so that he can begin analysis.He decides to code his notes into "getting started," "success/failure," and "conflict." These three are known as


A) memos.
B) sampling units.
C) concepts.
D) outcomes.
E) coding

F) B) and D)
G) D) and E)

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Which of the following statements is (are) TRUE?


A) Concept mapping is appropriate for qualitative analysis only.
B) Concept mapping can be used for either quantitative or qualitative analysis.
C) Concept mapping is appropriate for quantitative analysis only.
D) Computers cannot be used to do concept-mapping.
E) Concept mapping requires the use of computer software.

F) A) and B)
G) None of the above

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Mikhael is examining the symbolic elements of a standard police encounter,such as the behaviors and clues an officer encounters that could signify danger.What sort of qualitative research is he performing?


A) memoing.
B) concept mapping.
C) grounded theory.
D) semiotic analysis.
E) coding.

F) A) and E)
G) C) and D)

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Which of the following is NOT one of the four stages of the constant comparative method?


A) comparing incidents applicable to each category
B) integrating categories and their properties
C) analyzing statistics
D) writing theory
E) delimiting the theory

F) B) and D)
G) B) and C)

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Qualitative data processing is both a science and an art.

A) True
B) False

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A qualitative research study to determine why kids join gangs focuses heavily on understanding things such as career opportunities,education,family support,and social support.This would be an example of


A) variable-oriented analysis.
B) case-oriented analysis.
C) cross-case analysis.
D) outcome analysis.
E) time-series analysis.

F) A) and E)
G) D) and E)

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Qualitative researchers DO NOT use the computer to


A) record and store data.
B) "find" or "search" text for passages containing key words.
C) type code words alongside passages in notes so that they can later search for those keywords.
D) automatically create theory for them.
E) analyze data.

F) A) and B)
G) B) and C)

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Rodriguez compiled voluminous notes during his qualitative study of the rise and fall of a recycling center in town.He must now begin classifying or categorizing individual pieces of data and set up a retrieval system so that he can begin analysis.What step does this example reflect?


A) coding
B) concept mapping
C) semiotics
D) memoing
E) transformation

F) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

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Professor Cay notes that respondent Mary Ginger is a 54-year-old grandmother who has two grandchildren living in her household.Neither of the grandchildren's parents live with them.Cay also learns that Ginger had to quit her job in order to stay home with the young grandchildren because Ginger feared leaving the two youngsters with a baby-sitter.Ginger told Professor Cay that two of her friends were dealing with similar situations and a third friend was considering whether to obtain custody of her grandchild.Using this information,it sounds like Professor Cay is doing a


A) case-oriented nomothetic analysis.
B) case-oriented idiographic analysis.
C) variable-oriented nomothetic analysis.
D) variable-oriented idiographic analysis.
E) cross-case analysis.

F) A) and E)
G) B) and E)

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Data collection,analysis,and theory are more intimately intertwined in qualitative analysis than in quantitative analysis.

A) True
B) False

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It is nearly impossible to use any statistical analysis if you have collected qualitative data.

A) True
B) False

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Othello did a study of the meanings attached to hats among women and men.He focused on the messages hats frequently carry in slogans,advertisements,and the like.It would be best to use


A) memoing.
B) computer simulations.
C) semiotics.
D) case-oriented analysis.
E) comparative analysis

F) B) and C)
G) A) and C)

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