Qualitative vs Quantitative

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What is the definition of qualitative data?

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Qualitative data refers to non-numerical information that describes characteristics or qualities, often expressed in words.

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What is the definition of quantitative data?

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Quantitative data refers to numerical information that can be measured and expressed mathematically.

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Give an example of qualitative data.

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An example of qualitative data is 'The sky is blue.'

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Give an example of quantitative data.

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An example of quantitative data is 'The temperature is 20 degrees Celsius.'

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What type of data is represented by the statement 'The car is red'?

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Qualitative data.

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What type of data is represented by the statement 'There are 30 students in the class'?

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Quantitative data.

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How can qualitative data be collected?

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Qualitative data can be collected through interviews, open-ended surveys, observations, and focus groups.

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How can quantitative data be collected?

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Quantitative data can be collected through structured surveys, experiments, and measurements.

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What is the main difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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The main difference is that qualitative data describes qualities or characteristics, while quantitative data involves numerical values that can be measured.

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Why is qualitative data important in research?

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Qualitative data provides context and deeper understanding of a phenomenon, capturing the complexity of human experiences.