One effective criterion that can be used to judge the rigor (quality) of the mixed methods approach is to determine
A) whether the design can generate the best possible answers to the posted research questions to be pursued.
B) whether the design can provide consistency in interpretation of the data throughout the study.
C) Neither of these.
D) a and b

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Both criteria A and B are important for judging the rigor of a mixed methods approach. The design should be able to generate the best possible answers to the research questions and provide consistency in interpretation of the data throughout the study. Therefore, the best choice is D - both A and B.

One Effective Criterion That Can Be Used to Judge the Rigor