Write down a 700 to 1,050 word paper explaining and comparing quantitative and qualitative research methods:
a) Define suitable academic research.
b) Define the quantitative research and qualitative research. Describe how they differ and relate each to the human services field and the scientific process.
c) Explain how to decide whether to use a quantitative or qualitative research methodology. Give illustrations of what sort of study is suitable for each methodology and describe why.
d) Define mixed method research and explain its strengths. Give an example of when it is suitable to apply mixed method research in the human services field.
e) Identify an ethical issue in research which was addressed in the article.
Format your paper consistent with the APA guidelines.