When researchers are assigning codes in grounded theory, the aim first is to _______________.
A) Look back on multiple codes that were assigned to identify and describe patterns
B) Describe what is happening in their data
C) Identify recurring situations
D) None of these

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When researchers are assigning codes in grounded theory, their aim is to describe what is happening in their data. The other options may come into play later in the grounded theory process but are not the initial aim when assigning codes.

When Researchers Are Assigning Codes in Grounded Theory, the Aim