Qualitative vs Quantitative Data

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What is qualitative data?

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Qualitative data refers to observations that describe qualities or characteristics, often using words. Examples include colors, textures, and feelings.

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What is quantitative data?

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Quantitative data refers to observations that can be measured or counted, often represented by numbers. Examples include height, weight, and number of items.

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Give an example of qualitative data.

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An example of qualitative data is 'The flower is red.'

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Give an example of quantitative data.

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An example of quantitative data is 'The flower has 10 petals.'

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What type of data is 'The sky is blue'?

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Qualitative data.

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

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Quantitative data.

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What are observations made using our five senses called?

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Qualitative data.

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What are observations that are measured or counted called?

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Quantitative data.

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Is 'The water is cold' qualitative or quantitative?

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Qualitative data.

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Is 'The bottle holds 500 mL of water' qualitative or quantitative?

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Quantitative data.