Deck 9: Triangulation and Mixed Methods

Question 1

Mixed methods ______.

A) refer only to a combination of qualitative and quantitative research
B) mean that you mix up features of certain methods
C) can be used in various designs
D) will only lead to confirming results

Answer 1

A , B

Question 2

Designs of mixed methods research ______.

A) include phase design
B) are characterized by various forms of dominance
C) are per se better than other forms of designs
D) include combinations of theoretical perspectives

Answer 2

A , B

Question 3

Qualitative and quantitative research ______.

A) cannot be combined
B) can support each other
C) will only lead to confusion if used together
D) pursue the same logic of research

Answer 3

B

Question 4

Triangulation includes ______.

A) investigator triangulation
B) theory triangulation
C) numerical triangulation
D) sensitive triangulation

Question 5

Methodological triangulation includes ______.

A) within method triangulation
B) between method triangulation
C) beyond method triangulation
D) triangulation of method and methodology

Question 6

When would you use triangulation?

A) for covering multi-perspective analysis of a complex issue
B) to study an issue from several angles (patients and doctors' views for example)
C) for finding diversity in several views
D) all of these

Question 7

Results of triangulation may ______.

A) converge
B) contradict each other
C) complement each other
D) all of these

Question 8

Triangulation should be used ______.

A) when you search for results on different levels
B) when you want to combine knowledge and practice as perspectives in your study
C) always
D) in order to impress reviewers and readers