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Mixed methods research

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

A research approach that combines both qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis methods to triangulate findings and corroborate trends, patterns, and themes.

AP course connection

Topic 1.4: 1.4 Looking at the problem or issue from different perspectives

Unit 1

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