Which of the following statements best describes the current trend in comparative politics research?
A) There is discussion of moving away from predictive models toward a more historical-cultural approach to establish trends and patterns.
B) An evolution toward models that analyze politics and compare its role in different countries-inductively, deductively, qualitatively, and quantitatively-is well under way.
C) There has been a strong trend in comparative politics toward using quantitative methodologies to the near-total exclusion of qualitative methods.
D) More comparative politics scholars are using a mixed-method approach to conducting research.

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The statement that more comparative politics scholars are using a mixed-method approach to conducting research aligns with the current trend in comparative politics research. While quantitative methods are still prevalent, there is an increasing recognition of the value of incorporating qualitative methods and a more holistic approach to research. Therefore, choice D is the most accurate statement.

Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Current Trend