Describe the four major purposes of research. Through this, you will show your understanding of the various types of social-science research by defining and describing each of the following four main research purposes:
1. Exploratory
2. Descriptive
3. Explanatory
4. Application (Evaluative and Policy Analysis)
In a minimum of 500 - 600 words:
The 4 purposes of research
The relationship among the 4 purposes,
Provide an example for each type of research