When seeking problem-specific data through qualitative research, the researcher:
A) attempts to get yes or no answers from subjects.
B) creates strict guidelines to direct responses to questions.
C) tries to prevent the subject from giving open-ended responses.
D) seeks for subjects to share their honest thoughts on a topic without interference.
E) desires to obtain broad generalities from subjects.

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When seeking problem-specific data through qualitative research, the researcher desires to obtain honest and open-ended responses from subjects. This allows for a deeper understanding of the topic being studied and can lead to richer data. The other choices (A, B, C, and E) do not align with this approach to qualitative research.

When Seeking Problem-Specific Data Through Qualitative Research, the Researcher