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The focus groups in social research: advantages and disadvantages

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  • Ivana Acocella, 2012. "The focus groups in social research: advantages and disadvantages," Quality & Quantity: International Journal of Methodology, Springer, vol. 46(4), pages 1125-1136, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:qualqt:v:46:y:2012:i:4:p:1125-1136
    DOI: 10.1007/s11135-011-9600-4
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