Which mixed method design are you using if you conduct focus groups with participants before developing a new survey instrument to administer to a sample of the population?
A)convergent
B)embedded
C)exploratory sequential
D)explanatory sequential

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The exploratory sequential design involves collecting qualitative data first (e.g., through focus groups) to explore a phenomenon, which then informs the development of a quantitative instrument (e.g., a survey) for further study. This approach is used when existing theories or instruments are inadequate for the population or phenomenon of interest, necessitating initial qualitative exploration to guide subsequent quantitative measurement.

Which Mixed Method Design Are You Using If You Conduct