Jordon conducts interviews and observations at several residential camps. She finds that the first-time camping experience seems to vary considerably based upon birth order. She uses birth-order as a nominal variable as she analyzes her satisfaction survey results. Jordon is best displaying which type of mixed-methods designs?
A) Convergent parallel
B) Explanatory sequential
C) Exploratory sequential
D) Social justice

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The exploratory sequential design involves collecting quantitative data first and then using qualitative data to explore the phenomenon in more detail. In this case, Jordon used a satisfaction survey to collect quantitative data related to birth order and first-time camping experience, and then used interviews and observations to explore the relationship further. Additionally, Jordon was using birth order as a nominal variable, which suggests a preference for quantitative data. Therefore, the exploratory sequential design is the best choice.

Jordon Conducts Interviews and Observations at Several Residential Camps