Dr. Grimes plans to review Wikipedia articles written about Sociology. She wants to systematically search the page history and analyze the demographic background of who is making changes to the record, how often the record is changed, and how many incorrect entries there are. What kind of research is Dr. Grimes conducting?
A) triangulating
B) content analysis
C) experimental
D) participant observation

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Dr. Grimes is conducting content analysis, a research method used to systematically analyze the content of communication forms, such as articles, books, or in this case, Wikipedia entries. This method allows for the examination of patterns, themes, or biases within the content, fitting Dr. Grimes's goal of analyzing the changes and demographics of those editing Wikipedia articles on Sociology.

Dr Grimes Plans to Review Wikipedia Articles Written About Sociology