Which of the following is a characteristic of a distinct historical research method?
A)It focuses on the macro-level only and excludes the micro-level.
B)It tests hypotheses about precisely operationalized variables.
C)It uses a deductive approach.
D)It sees causality as contingent and uses combinational explanation.
E)None of the above.

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The characteristic described in option D - seeing causality as contingent and using combinational explanation - is distinct to historical research methodology. Options A, B, and C are not exclusive to historical research methods and can be applied to other types of research as well.

Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of a Distinct