When does theoretical saturation occur?
A) When each category that forms the theory is fully represented by the data set and no new codes seem to be present in the current participant(s).
B) When the initial sample of participants have all been interviewed.
C) When more than 50% of the categories that form the theory are fully represented by the dataset.
D) When the theory is becoming too complex.

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Theoretical saturation occurs when each category that forms the theory is fully represented by the data set, and no new codes or relevant data seem to emerge from analyzing the data of new participants, indicating that the data collection can cease.

When Does Theoretical Saturation Occur