Qualitative Researchers Most Often Follow an Inductive Approach

Multiple Choice

Qualitative researchers most often follow an inductive approach. This means that ________.

A) they begin with a theory and then test the theory in the social world
B) they begin with a theory and adjust it based on what they observe in the social world
C) they test a theory and then write a critical analysis on how well it matches social reality
D) they start with the social world and then develop a theory that is consistent with what they see