When research consists of verbal summaries of "naturally occurring,ordinary events in natural settings" the research is
A) more likely to be qualitative research than quantitative research.
B) more likely to be quantitative research than qualitative research.
C) equally likely to be qualitative or quantitative research.
D) unlikely to be either qualitative or quantitative research.

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Verbal summaries of naturally occurring events in natural settings are more likely to be qualitative research than quantitative research because qualitative research focuses on understanding experiences, perceptions, and meanings attributed to phenomena rather than measuring or quantifying them. Verbal summaries of events in natural settings are often used in qualitative research to explore and gain insights into people's experiences and interpretations of everyday life events.

When Research Consists of Verbal Summaries of "Naturally Occurring,ordinary Events