Most quantitative research is based on theoretically-based hypotheses before any data collection is performed. On which type of reasoning is this type of research based?
A) inductive reasoning
B) deductive reasoning
C) grounded reasoning
D) hermeneutic reasoning
E) hypothetical reasoning

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Quantitative research is typically based on deductive reasoning, where a hypothesis or set of hypotheses is developed based on existing theory or previous research, and then empirical data is collected and analyzed to test the validity of those hypotheses.

Most Quantitative Research Is Based on Theoretically-Based Hypotheses Before Any