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The literature review is a review of the literature is being used that is relevant to the research topic. Primary sources are original documents which come directly from the source of an individual perspective or observation (Research Guides). These sources are usually interviews, photos, diaries, and research studies conducted directly by the researcher. Secondary sources on the other hand are more of an interpretation of the original research by someone who did not have a direct involvement in the original research (Research Guides). Secondary sources are journal articles, books, bibliographies, textbooks and website articles. Tobacco Use The study done by Wackowski et al on smokeless tobacco products is a credible primary source. The†¦show more content†¦are used as well as secondary sources which are interpretations of the primary sources can be used. Chapter 3: Research Method 1. Quantitative – research questions and hypothesis(es) clearly stated and clearly aligned with each other and with the problem and purpose statements. 2. Qualitative - research questions clearly stated and aligned with problem and purpose statements. 3. Mixed Method - includes all of the above.] Research Methods and Design(s) Observational, case study, and survey are the three types of research methods. The first method is the observational method where the behavior of animals and/or humans are observed in either a natural or laboratory setting (Creswell). The difference between the two settings is one allows scientists to view the person or animal in their natural habitat whereas the laboratory setting allows a controlled environment. Qualitative is the best research for observational (Creswell). Case studies are a type of research method that leads to a testable hypotheses and often involves an in depth study of a person or group. The flaw to this type of study is the errors in bias by the researcher and an individual’s own description (Creswell). Case studies are often quantitative. The survey method is the other research type and involves having individuals answer questions in the form of a questionnaire or interview. The survey method involves both qualitative and quantitative research (Cresw ell)