To the extent that qualitative methods serve to emphasize the subjective, human aspects of the research process, which of the following statements is true?
A)They are compatible with what Gilbert and Mulkay (1984)refer to as the empiricist repertoire in scientific research.
B)They are compatible with what Gilbert and Mulkay (1984)refer to as the contingent repertoire in scientific research.
C)They are compatible with what Gilbert and Mulkay (1984)refer to as the hermeneutic repertoire in scientific research.
D)Both (a)and (b).
E)Both (a)and (c).

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Qualitative methods align with the contingent repertoire, which emphasizes the subjective and interpretive aspects of research, as described by Gilbert and Mulkay.

To the Extent That Qualitative Methods Serve to Emphasize the Subjective