Which of the following components of a research study is unique to qualitative research methodology?
A) Designing the study according to protocols
B) Gathering data
C) Selection of participants
D) Stating the problem or question

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In qualitative research, subjects are referred to as participants because the researcher and participants cooperatively carry out the study.
Both kinds of research design the study according to established procedures. In qualitative research, subjects are referred to as participants because the researcher and participants cooperatively carry out the study.
Both kinds of research gather data. In qualitative research, subjects are referred to as participants because the researcher and participants cooperatively carry out the study.
Both kinds of research state the research problem or question. In qualitative research, subjects are referred to as participants because the researcher and participants cooperatively carry out the study.

Which of the Following Components of a Research Study Is