Answer to Question 1
ANS: A
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A A characteristic of many qualitative research studies is the development of new and creative solutions to practical problems.
B Prediction and control of phenomena are characteristic of quantitative research.
C Both quantitative and qualitative research studies must be interpreted within context. Theoretical frameworks are consistent with both qualitative and quantitative research.
D Statistical analysis to determine significant differences is characteristic of quantitative studies.
Answer to Question 2
ANS: C
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A A theme is not a guideline for evaluation of the study.
B Conceptual frameworks are found in reports of quantitative, not qualitative, studies.
C A theme is a label (concept or phrase) that describes in a condensed way a key idea shared by study participants, usually derived from interviews.
D Hypotheses are characteristic of quantitative, not qualitative, studies.