Key informants tend to differ from other members of the defined population in all but which one of the following ways?
A) Possession of a unique perspective on the phenomenon of interest to the researcher
B) Greater knowledge about the phenomenon being investigated
C) Better ability to communicate with the researcher about the phenomenon
D) Possession of the emic perspective concerning the phenomenon

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Key informants are selected for their unique perspective, greater knowledge, and better communication abilities regarding the phenomenon of interest, not necessarily for possessing the emic perspective, which refers to an insider's view. The emic perspective can be held by any member of the defined population, not just key informants.

Key Informants Tend to Differ from Other Members of the Defined