Qualitative inquiry is characterized by: a. In depth understanding of a phenomenon experienced by purposeful selection of individuals who have experienced or have insight into the phenomenon b. Large sample sizes that are randomly selected from the population c. Statistical analyses d. Making inferences about a population based on findings with a representative sample

In depth understanding of a phenomenon experienced by purposeful selection of individuals who have experienced or have insight into the phenomenon

Explanation:

Qualitative inquiry / research as opposed to quantitative research is scientific method of observation that gathers non-numerical data to draw conclusions. Qualitative research utilizes such things as : personal experience, introspection, case study, life stories, interviews, artifacts, cultural texts and productions, along with observational, historical, interactional, and visual texts. This type of research gives answers to questions that suggest the reason why or how a certain thing may occur, as opposed to how often it occurs (quantitative research)

Answer: A. In depth understanding of a phenomenon experienced by purposeful selection of individuals who have experienced or have insight into the phenomenon

Explanation: Inquiry may be regarded has obtaining information about a specific field or subject matter. Qualitative inquiry is made with emphasis placed on richness, completeness and correctness of the information. Inquiries of this nature are only obtained through thorough selectivity process ensuring that provided information only stems from experts with adequate knowledge about the inquired phenomenon. such inquiry can be regarded as qualitative as opposed to inquiries which are more concerned with the number of sources which contributes to the gathered information.