Triangulation
Using multiple methods (triangulation) or multiple researchers or multiple data sources to increase validity and overcome limitations of single method.
Real World
Paul Willis's 'Learning to Labour' combined observation, interviews, and documents to study working-class boys — each method checked and deepened the others' findings.
Exam Focus
Distinguish method triangulation from researcher triangulation; using precise terminology signals A-grade understanding to examiners.
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