In searching the literature, you find that the study you had in mind has already been conducted. What is a possible solution to your dilemma?

a. You can choose to replicate the study.
b. You can choose to employ a different method to triangulate the previous researcher’s findings.
c. You may elect to alter your topic by looking for gaps or absences in the literature on your given topic.
d. All of the above are reasonable solutions.

Answer d,