3.4 – Discussion

For this discussion activity, consider a topic in which you are interested in researching. Describe whether you would choose a quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods method to approach the topic. Using the guidelines on deciding on the applicable approach in Chapter 4, detail why you believe your choice is appropriate. Be sure to mention the following as it relates to your topic and the reading:

Purpose
Process
Data Collection
Data Analysis
Reporting of Findings
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The torture towards women is an issue of concern in every community. Qualitative research is useful in the study of this violence as its approach to collecting and analyzing data is more in-depth and descriptive. This method is more useful in a research project where questions or a topic is not well defined or counted easily (Alcoff & Potter, 2013).

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