‘QUAN → QUAL’ represents a mixed method research design which is : 

The correct answer is - Sequential Explanatory

Key Points

• Sequential Explanatory
  • A mixed methods research design where quantitative data is collected and analyzed first, followed by qualitative data.
  • This approach is used to explain or build upon initial quantitative results with in-depth qualitative data.
  • Commonly used to explore unexpected results or to develop better understanding of quantitative findings.
  • Involves two distinct phases: the quantitative phase (QUAN) followed by the qualitative phase (QUAL).

Additional Information

• Concurrent Explanatory
  • Involves simultaneous collection and analysis of both quantitative and qualitative data.
  • Purpose is to compare and corroborate findings from both data types.
  • Does not follow the sequential order as in Sequential Explanatory.
• Concurrent Exploratory
  • Simultaneously collects and analyzes both data types with an exploratory purpose.
  • Aims to explore a phenomenon and develop theories or instruments.
• Sequential Exploratory
  • Begins with qualitative data collection and analysis followed by quantitative data collection and analysis.
  • Useful for exploring phenomena and then testing or generalizing findings.
  • Opposite sequence to Sequential Explanatory.