The researcher is analyzing data collected during a qualitative study.At which point in the data analysis process will the researcher support the identified theme with evidence?
A)Before developing themes
B)Before information is clustered together
C)After developing and writing interpretive statements about the themes
D)Before reading the manuscript to understand the information being shared

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Supporting the identified theme with evidence is done after developing and writing interpretive statements about the themes. This is because the researcher must first interpret the data and identify themes before they can provide evidence to support them. Supporting themes with evidence is an important step in validating the findings of the study.

The Researcher Is Analyzing Data Collected During a Qualitative Study