Compare and contrast the purpose, mechanics, strengths, and weaknesses of field, experimental, and survey research.

Write an essay about the topic specified above. Your essay must address the following questions:

1-) What are the main purposes of field, experimental, and survey research?
2-) What are the mechanics of each method? This should include a brief description of sampling techniques and the data collection process.
3-) What are the advantages and disadvantages of the three methods?
4-) When is it appropriate to use each method?
5-) What are the similarities and differences between the methods?