In searching the literature to find sources to build the foundation for a study, which of the following are usually not included in quantitative studies?
A) Case studies
B) Descriptive research studies
C) Lay literature
D) Qualitative research

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A variety of professional, research, and theoretical-based literature are typically used when building a foundation of understanding of the research topic under study. However, lay literature is often not used in quantitative studies.
Case studies are considered an acceptable form of research-based knowledge and are typically included in literature reviews.
Descriptive studies are considered an acceptable form of research-based knowledge and are typically included in literature reviews.
Qualitative research studies are considered an acceptable form of research-based knowledge and are typically included in literature reviews.

In Searching the Literature to Find Sources to Build the Foundation