ABSTRACT
Once researchers collect their data, they must determine whether the results answer their research questions. If they are “What” questions, the answers will be in the form of information that (a) describes what variables are important, (b) identifi es the context in which certain phenomena occur, and/or (c) uncovers important relationships between phenomena. If the questions are “Why” types, then the results will attempt to explain the cause behind certain phenomena. In either case, the analysis of the data will be presented verbally, numerically, or a combination of the two.
