A study that relies primarily on qualitative data and then uses quantitative data for building findings through administering a survey is referred to as a(n) _______________ mixed methods design.
A) multistage evaluation
B) exploratory sequential
C) explanatory sequential
D) convergent parallel

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Exploratory sequential mixed methods design involves initially collecting qualitative data to explore a phenomenon and then following up with quantitative data to test or generalize the qualitative findings, which aligns with the description of starting with qualitative data and then using a survey (quantitative data) to build findings.

A Study That Relies Primarily on Qualitative Data and Then