When coding qualitative data, a researcher may come across terms used by the respondent that have a particular meaning and significance to the setting. This is known as a(n):
A) indigenous category.
B) connector.
C) emergent code.
D) a priori code.

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Indigenous categories refer to terms or concepts that are particular to the culture or setting being studied and may not be immediately apparent to an outsider. These categories emerge from the data and are often important for understanding the context and meanings of the data. Choices B, C, and D are not the most accurate choices for the given scenario.

When Coding Qualitative Data, a Researcher May Come Across Terms