Qualitative vs. Quantitative Observations

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What is a quantitative observation?

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A quantitative observation uses numbers to describe characteristics or measurements.

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What is a qualitative observation?

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A qualitative observation uses descriptive words to characterize an object or phenomenon.

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What type of observation is 'increased heart rate'?

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Qualitative observation.

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What type of observation is 'dry air'?

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Qualitative observation.

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What type of observation is 'soapy smell'?

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Qualitative observation.

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Give an example of a quantitative observation.

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An example of a quantitative observation is 'There are 5 apples on the table.'

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Give an example of a qualitative observation.

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An example of a qualitative observation is 'The apples are red and shiny.'

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What is the main difference between qualitative and quantitative observations?

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The main difference is that qualitative observations describe qualities using words, while quantitative observations describe quantities using numbers.

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How can you classify the observation 'The temperature is 30 degrees Celsius'?

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Quantitative observation.

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How can you classify the observation 'The sky is blue'?

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Qualitative observation.