Trevor conducted a study in graduate school that asked participants to write narratives about past experiences of emotions. From these narratives Trevor generated categories and established themes pertaining to the expression of specific emotions. Which of the following best describes what technique he is using?
A) conversation analysis
B) grounded theory technique
C) situated analysis
D) holistic analysis

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Trevor is using grounded theory technique, which involves generating theories through the collection and analysis of data. In his study, he collects narratives and then analyzes these to establish categories and themes related to emotions, which is a core aspect of grounded theory methodology.

Trevor Conducted a Study in Graduate School That Asked Participants