When would it be prudent to use mixed methods of both quantitative and qualitative research in a
social science study? Select all that apply.
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When you want to use observations and statistical analyses to show relationships of variables
When a focus is needed on both for a challenging subject, such as addiction issues
When meta analyses are needed to show validity
When you can’t decide on one method
, When you do not have an appropriate sample size
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Some research studies can have stronger results if mixed methods are used to address pertinent validity
issues. Please refer to the Methodologies: Qualitative and Quantitative unit for more on this.
Question 2 1..5 points
If a researcher uses an ordinal scale in a study, what will they be measuring? Select one.
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A set of something, such as a group of animals
Integers that can show distances between two pairs
Ratings of numbers, such as 1 to 10
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