Researchers start in different places on the research cycle.Point 1 indicates a/n ________ approach to research; point 2 indicates a/n ________ approach to research.

A) theoretical; empirical
B) deductive; inductive
C) philosophical; experimental
D) qualitative; quantitative

Question

Researchers start in different places on the research cycle.Point 1 indicates a/n ________ approach to research; point 2 indicates a/n ________ approach to research.

A) theoretical; empirical 
B) deductive; inductive 
C) philosophical; experimental 
D) qualitative; quantitative

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Point 1 refers to a theoretical approach, which is usually deductive in nature. Point 2 refers to an empirical approach, which is usually inductive in nature. Therefore, the best choice is B, deductive and inductive.

Researchers Start in Different Places on the Research Cycle