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Which of the following statements describes the distinction between quantitative and qualitative research?

	Quantitative research uses an inductive approach while qualitative research uses a deductive approach.
	Quantitative research uses purposive sampling while qualitative research uses random sampling.
	Quantitative research identifies hypotheses and tests them while qualitative research describes and attempts to understand relationships.
	Quantitative research questions emerge as the study progresses while qualitative research begins with specific questions.

A research design that utilizes both quantitative and qualitative methods is called

	action research.
	mixed methods research.
	mixed action research.
	ethnographic experimental research.

The purpose of mixed methods research is to

	build upon the synergy that exists between quantitative and qualitative methods in order to more fully understand a phenomenon.
	establish a causal relationship between quantitative and qualitative methods.
	test the correlation between two variables being measured by quantitative and qualitative methods.
	test hypotheses between quantitative and qualitative methods.

A study identified those students with special health needs across the state of Louisiana and determined whether or not their needs were being met. In some cases they were, but in others they were not. The researchers continued their work until they discovered why this was the case. Which type of research design is best suited to this situation?

	Action research
	Narrative research
	Mixed methods research
	Ethnographic research

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