Which Statement Best Describes the Purpose of Research Methodology

Which statement best describes the purpose of research methodology?

A) Research methodology offers sociologists ways to gather relevant background information in order to come to an informed conclusion about an issue.
B) Research methodology offers sociologists ways to generate causal explanations of why people do what they do in order to change the society.
C) Research methodology offers sociologists ways to make intellectual deliberations through critical thinking.
D) Research methodology offers sociologists ways to exercise a reflective disposition in order to collect information.