Mock, T. J. 1972. A decision tree approach to the methodological decision process. The Accounting Review (October): 826-829. (JSTOR link).

Note and Graphic by James R. Martin

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The purpose of this paper is to present a methodological decision tree framework as a useful technique for planning and controlling a research strategy. Mock  makes a distinction between methodology and research techniques and views research as a sequence of decisions involving methodological alternatives. An example of a decision tree is developed that leads to an accounting business game. An adaptation of this illustration is provided below.

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See the following publication for more specific information related to research methodology. 

Buckley, J. W., M. H. Buckley and H. Chiang. 1976. Research Methodology & Business Decisions. National Association of Accountants. (Summary).