Observations: Quantitative vs Qualitative

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What type of observations are described, not measured?

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Qualitative observations are described using words and characteristics.

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What type of observations involve numerical measurements?

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Quantitative observations involve numbers and measurements.

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Give an example of a qualitative observation.

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The liquid is a pink color.

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Give an example of a quantitative observation.

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The pendulum made 17 full swings in 30 seconds.

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What is the definition of qualitative observations?

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Qualitative observations describe qualities or characteristics.

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What is the definition of quantitative observations?

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Quantitative observations involve counting or measuring.

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Can an observation be both qualitative and quantitative?

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Yes, an observation can include both qualities and measurements.

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What type of observation is 'The speed of the car was 45 mph'?

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Quantitative observation.

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What type of observation is 'There are 16 red marbles in the bag'?

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Both qualitative and quantitative.

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What is the importance of making observations in science?

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Observations help scientists gather information and draw conclusions.