William has conducted a qualitative study. He has internally validated his findings by ruling out rival explanations for the results. This is referred to as the:
A) Researcher-as-laborer metaphor
B) Researcher-as-teacher metaphor
C) Researcher-as-legislator metaphor
D) Researcher-as-detective metaphor

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The "Researcher-as-detective" metaphor is used to describe the process of ruling out rival explanations and ensuring the validity of findings in qualitative research, similar to how a detective investigates and eliminates alternative theories.

William Has Conducted a Qualitative Study