At what stage of the research process does grounded theory NOT occur?
A) before data collection
B) during data collection
C) after data collection

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Grounded theory is a research method that involves the collection and analysis of data. The theory is developed during and after data collection, not before. Before data collection, researchers may not have predetermined theories or hypotheses, as the purpose of grounded theory is to allow theories to emerge from the data itself.

At What Stage of the Research Process Does Grounded Theory