Question
Research Methodology and Methods Question on Data Collection and Analysis
Your research report analyzes the impact of a recent Supreme Court decision on lower court rulings using a qualitative approach. You want to strengthen your arguments by incorporating relevant quantitative data. Which of the following sources is the MOST appropriate and reliable for obtaining this data?
A
Government websites with legal statistics reports
B
Legal blogs and online commentary pieces
C
Scholarly articles published in peer-reviewed legal journals
D
Social media posts and online discussions about the court decision
Answer
Government websites with legal statistics reports
Explanation
Solution
Government websites often provide reliable and authoritative statistical data on legal decisions, which can strengthen the quantitative aspects of legal research.