A qualitative researcher identifies trends in the phenomenon being studied, yet several new cases received through a snowball sampling effort have divergent views of the phenomenon. These new cases are referred to as which of the following?

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Disconfirming cases are those that do not align with the identified trends or patterns in a study, offering contrasting evidence or viewpoints. In this scenario, the new cases with divergent views serve as disconfirming cases, challenging the initial findings and providing a more comprehensive understanding of the phenomenon.

A Qualitative Researcher Identifies Trends in the Phenomenon Being Studied