Which statement accurately describes the research methods used by sociologists?

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Sociologists employ both quantitative and qualitative research techniques.Sociologists have completely abandoned quantitative methods.Sociologists exclusively favor qualitative research methods.Sociologists are unable to combine quantitative and qualitative approaches.Sociologists rely solely on experimental methods.

Explanation

Option A is correct because sociologists utilize a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods in their research. Options B, C, and D are incorrect as sociologists continue to use both types of methods and often combine them in mixed-methods studies.