Which of the following are considered major types of qualitative research questions?

A)Non-purposive

B) Causes and consequences

C) Predictive

D) Evaluative.

E) Descriptive

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

The correct answer is B, C, D and E only.

To understand why this option is correct, let us analyze the nature of qualitative research questions and evaluate each statement individually:

Statement A: Non-purposive
Qualitative research relies heavily on purposive (non-probability) sampling and intentional, focused inquiry rather than "non-purposive" methodologies. Therefore, non-purposive is not a major type of qualitative research question.

Statement B: Causes and consequences
Qualitative research questions often explore the underlying causes of a phenomenon (why something happens) and its subsequent consequences (how it affects individuals or systems) within a specific context.

Statement C: Predictive
While predictive research is traditionally associated with quantitative modeling, qualitative research can also pose predictive questions to understand what participants anticipate or expect to happen under certain conditions based on their experiences.

Statement D: Evaluative
Evaluative questions are extremely common in qualitative research, focusing on assessing the effectiveness, value, worth, or impact of policies, programs, practices, or experiences.

Statement E: Descriptive
Descriptive questions form the cornerstone of qualitative inquiry. They seek to describe "what is going on," detailing the characteristics, settings, and behaviors of the subjects under study.

Combining the valid types of qualitative research questions identified above gives us statements B, C, D, and E.