Jim has transcribed hours of audiotape from survivors of a plane crash. He believes he has identified some themes in their stories but before continuing with his research he asks some of his colleagues to read the transcripts and form their own interpretations. In doing this Jim is trying to establish ___________validity through the method of _______.
A) theoretical; investigator triangulation
B) theoretical; external audit
C) descriptive; investigator triangulation
D) descriptive; external audit

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Jim is trying to establish descriptive validity, which refers to the accuracy of the reported descriptions of the events or phenomena, by using investigator triangulation. This method involves multiple researchers or observers to compare and cross-check data and interpretations to ensure consistency and accuracy in the findings.

Jim Has Transcribed Hours of Audiotape from Survivors of a Plane