Before You Collect Data in Qualitative Research, You Must ______

Multiple Choice

Before you collect data in qualitative research, you must ______

A) develop a general theme of research interest and examine a knowledge base that provides guidance on what to look for and how to look for it
B) review relevant data structures and the statistic that would be appropriate for each
C) identify the characteristics of people that you wish to describe, such as gender, race, and income
D) identify the conclusions you would like to be able to draw from your study