Qualitative researchers believe that values
A) play a role in every study.
B) must be identified and acknowledged as part of the research process.
C) must be controlled using objective procedures.
D) a and b
E) b and c

Question

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Qualitative researchers believe that values play a role in every study and must be identified and acknowledged as part of the research process. While controlling values using objective procedures is not possible, researchers can mitigate the influence of their own values by being reflexive and transparent about their subjectivity throughout the research process. Therefore, option E is not correct.

Qualitative Researchers Believe That Values