Qualitative vs Quantitative Data

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What is the definition of qualitative data?

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Qualitative data refers to non-numerical information that describes qualities or characteristics, often gathered through observations and sensory experiences.

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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 or counted, allowing for statistical analysis.

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What is the main difference between qualitative and quantitative observations?

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Quantitative observations use numbers, while qualitative observations use the senses.

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Give an example of qualitative data.

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An example of qualitative data is the color of a car or the type of shoes someone is wearing.

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Give an example of quantitative data.

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An example of quantitative data is the height of a person measured in centimeters.

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What type of data is used for statistical analysis?

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Quantitative data is used for statistical analysis because it can be measured and counted.

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What type of observations are made using the senses?

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Qualitative observations are made using the senses.

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What is data?

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Data is information coming from observations, counts, measurements, or responses.

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What is an example of a quantitative observation?

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An example of a quantitative observation is measuring the length of a bug as 5 cm.

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What is an example of a qualitative observation?

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An example of a qualitative observation is describing a flower as red.