Question 1

Which of the following sequences would not be possible in qualitative analysis?

Accepted Answer

D

Question 2

Which of the following sequences most accurately describes data preparation in qualitative analysis?

Accepted Answer

A

Question 3

Which of the following is true of recording errors in qualitative data?

Accepted Answer

Field researchers may ask informants to read their notes as a way of identifying errors. This can be particularly helpful in ensuring the accuracy of recorded qualitative data. The other options are not necessarily true or do not have sufficient evidence to support them.

Question 4

Which of the following methods is most likely to be used in the early stages of qualitative analysis as a way of organizing the data?

Accepted Answer

Attribute coding is often used in the early stages of qualitative analysis to organize data by assigning codes or attributes to different pieces of information, making it easier to identify patterns or themes.

Question 5

Snow and Anderson organized their field notes into files consisting of settings, homeless individuals, and

Accepted Answer

The answer of Snow and Anderson organized their field notes...

Question 6

In the homeless study, distancing, embracement, and fictive story telling are labels for

Accepted Answer

The labels of distancing, embracement, and fictive story telling are used to describe patterns of identity talk, specifically how homeless individuals talk about their experiences and construct their sense of self.

Question 7

A code memo in qualitative analysis communicates the _______ of a concept.

Accepted Answer

Operational definition is the specific set of procedures used to measure a concept.

Question 8

To develop ideas from their data, qualitative analysts do all but which one of the following?

Accepted Answer

Qualitative analysts do not necessarily code data into categories based on hypotheses. Instead, they use techniques such as grounded theory to develop ideas and theories from the data itself. They also ask questions about the data, write memos, and construct data displays to aid in their analysis.

Question 9

Which way of summarizing textual data identifies types and dimensions of concepts?

Accepted Answer

Taxonomy is the way of summarizing textual data that identifies types and dimensions of concepts. It is a hierarchical classification system used to organize and categorize information into groups based on their characteristics.

Question 10

Taxonomy is to typology as _______ is to _______.

Accepted Answer

Taxonomy is the categorization of items based on a single concept or characteristic, while typology involves categorizing based on multiple characteristics or dimensions. Similarly, in choice C, one concept is being compared to two or more concepts in a classification system. The other options do not follow the same pattern of comparison as taxonomy and typology.

Question 11

In Snow and Anderson's typology of homeless individuals, the mentally ill is a subtype of which of the following groups?

Accepted Answer

The mentally ill are a subtype of the "Outsiders" group, which includes individuals who have difficulty functioning in society due to mental health issues or disabilities. Recently dislocated individuals are those who have recently experienced a major life change, such as a job loss or eviction. Straddlers are individuals who occasionally experience homelessness but are able to maintain housing most of the time. Tramps are individuals who are homeless by choice and prefer a transient lifestyle.

Question 12

Member checking in the homeless study would have involved

Accepted Answer

Member checking in qualitative research, including studies on homelessness, involves asking participants (in this case, homeless individuals) if the findings or interpretations of the study resonate with their experiences or make sense to them. This is a way to ensure the accuracy and credibility of the research findings from the perspective of those being studied.

Question 13

Which of the following represents an exception to what Snow and Anderson generally observed among the homeless?

Accepted Answer

Snow and Anderson generally observed that homeless individuals often maintain a sense of dignity and distinction from others in similar situations, rather than fully internalizing a negative self-image. Option A, where an individual fully identifies as "nothing but a bum," represents an exception to their observations, as it shows a complete acceptance of a degraded identity, contrary to the typical maintenance of a positive self-concept or distinction from others observed by Snow and Anderson.

Question 14

Snow and Anderson derived theoretical propositions from their study of the homeless involving the variable "time on the street." According to one proposition, the longer a homeless person is on the street,

Accepted Answer

Snow and Anderson's proposition suggests that the longer a homeless person is on the street, the more difficult it becomes to get off the street. This is likely due to a variety of factors, including the development of mental health issues, physical deterioration, and social isolation. While the other choices may also have some relation to time on the street, they are not specifically supported by Snow and Anderson's study.

Question 15

Snow and Anderson used the terms "tramps" and "bums" in their typology of homeless individuals partly because these words were used by the homeless to describe themselves and others. In grounded theory methods, this type of coding is called _______ coding.

Accepted Answer

In vivo coding is a type of coding in grounded theory methods where the researcher uses the exact words and phrases used by the participants in the study to label categories and themes. In this case, using the terms "tramps" and "bums" because they were used by the homeless themselves would fall under in vivo coding.

Question 16

In her initial coding of an interview, Charmaz used the terms "taking action," "learning the facts," "meeting resistance," and "seeking justice" to describe her interviewee's account of returning to work after an illness. These terms illustrate which type of coding advocated by grounded theory methods?

Accepted Answer

The answer of In her initial coding of an interview,...

Question 17

Consistent with the aims of grounded theory, theoretical sampling is used to select

Accepted Answer

Theoretical sampling in grounded theory is used to select observations or interviewees that help develop and refine aspects of an emerging theory, focusing on areas that need further exploration.

Question 18

The constant-comparative method is a general analytic strategy of

Accepted Answer

The constant-comparative method is a key strategy in grounded theory methods, which are used to develop theories that are grounded in data. It involves the systematic comparison of data to identify patterns and themes. This method is often used in qualitative research to gain a deeper understanding of complex phenomena.

Question 19

The object of narrative analysis is to

Accepted Answer

Narrative analysis aims to examine the structure and meaning of stories, often derived from interviews or other sources. It involves analyzing the content, context, and structure of narratives to uncover underlying patterns and themes. The other options are not comprehensive enough to capture the goal of narrative analysis.

Question 20

Which of the following is true of Kathleen Blee's study of women in racist organizations?

Accepted Answer

Kathleen Blee's study of women in racist organizations is based on life history interviews, as she sought to understand why and how women become involved in such organizations.

Quiz 13: Qualitative Data Analysis: Searching for Meaning