Thomas writes a research report about his fieldwork with foster-care families.His research was about the families themselves,but he develops views and opinions about how policy in this area could improve.He

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Including policy recommendations in the discussion section of a research report is the appropriate way to present views and opinions derived from the research results. It is important to separate objective findings from subjective opinions, but policy implications are commonly discussed in research reports. Choice A is incorrect because it is not necessary to exclude policy implications in the discussion section. Choice B is incorrect because changing the research question and interpreting data to match it can compromise the validity of the study. Choice D is incorrect because adding literature that supports subjective opinions can also compromise the validity of the study.

Thomas Writes a Research Report About His Fieldwork with Foster-Care