Mixing quantitative and qualitative approaches usually involves one of three possibilities. These include:

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This is because options A and C have a category for "fully integrated" but also include categories for "somewhat" or "mostly" integrated, which can cause confusion in interpretation. Option B separates the approaches into "predominant" categories, which doesn't necessarily indicate if and how they are integrated. Therefore, option D is the best choice as it separates the approaches into "predominant" categories but also has a category for "fully integrated," indicating the possible combination of both approaches.

Mixing Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches Usually Involves One of Three