Lynn Brown and Carol Gilligan conducted in-depth interviews of to learn their views on friendships.

Preadolescent girls

Explanation:

Properties/Characteristics of an in-depth interview

1. The interviewer brings discussion back if it goes off topic

2. The interviewer says much less than participant because they agree to the viewpoint

3. They also never passively listens due to the fact they absorb and analyze all content

4. There is a collaborative meaning making process.

Preadolescence

This is refered to as the stage or period in growth and development of a child that starts toward middle childhood and ends usually with 13th birthday.

It is also said to ranges from 9- 11 years for girls and 10-12 years for the boys.