In the analysis of available data, a deductive approach is often impossible to use because:
A)there typically are no theories or hypotheses to be tested.
B)the unit of analysis used is the individual.
C)the data necessary to measure the variables derived from a theory were not included when the original data were collected.
D)theory verification is only possible when data are collected explicitly to test that theory.

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The deductive approach relies on testing hypotheses derived from a theory, which requires specific data. If the necessary data were not collected initially, it becomes impossible to test the theory deductively.

In the Analysis of Available Data, a Deductive Approach Is