When a researcher begins with a specific case or participant,and then applies those findings to subsequent participants in order to develop a theory,they are:
A)using deductive reasoning and nomothetic reasoning
B)applying semiotics
C)using grounded theory and nomothetic reasoning
D)using a cross-case method approach and grounded theory
E)using deductive reasoning and semiotics

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The researcher is using a cross-case method approach by starting with a specific case and applying the findings to subsequent participants in order to develop a theory. Additionally, the researcher is using grounded theory which involves building theory based on the data collected rather than starting with a pre-existing theory. Therefore, option D is the best choice.

When a Researcher Begins with a Specific Case or Participant,and