Grounded theory is used to:
A) measure how much common sense went into a specific theory
B) describe the inductive method of theory construction
C) describe the deductive method of theory construction
D) assess the elements that make up dirt

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Grounded theory is a qualitative research methodology used to construct theories based on data that is systematically gathered and analyzed using an inductive approach. It involves developing concepts and hypotheses from the data, rather than starting with a preconceived theory or hypothesis (which is the deductive method). So, option B correctly describes grounded theory. Options A and D are not relevant to grounded theory, and option C describes deductive reasoning, which is different from the inductive approach used in grounded theory.

Grounded Theory Is Used To