A researcher investigates the association between urban gangs and violence. He then constructs a theory stating that violent behavior is a function of deviant subcultures. His research project is an example of:

A) Unethical research

B) Socially unimportant research

C) Deductive research

D) Descriptive research

E) Inductive research

E). Inductive approach.

Explanation:

As per the given description, the research project adopts an inductive approach as the researcher deduces a generalized conclusion (in the form of theory) that 'violent behavior is a function of deviant subcultures' which is based on certain specific examples of evaluation ('investigation of urban gangs and violence'). Such an approach is primarily inclined towards proposing broad and generalized deductions from certain specified examinations or observations that carries the scope to be verified or discerned as true or false which is correctly justified by the given example. Therefore, option E is the correct answer.