Correct option is C
Statement I is true because
exploratory research is conducted to explore a problem or gain insights into potential trends or patterns. It helps in identifying data indications, hypotheses, or understanding the scope of the problem.
Statement II is false because the
goal of exploratory research is not to gather final data to find out causality but rather to clarify understanding, generate ideas, and guide future research. Causal relationships are typically explored in
explanatory or
causal research, where the focus is on determining cause-and-effect relationships.
Information Booster:
1.
Exploratory research is used in the early stages of a research problem to gather preliminary information.
2. It is
qualitative in nature, focusing on identifying insights, trends, and potential areas of investigation.
3. It does not aim to provide conclusive evidence or establish causality.
4. Exploratory research helps in
hypothesis formulation for further studies.
5.
Causal research, on the other hand, aims to establish cause-and-effect relationships between variables.
6.
Explanatory research focuses on why and how certain phenomena occur.