Qualitative vs. Quantitative

Front

Explain the difference between quantitative and qualitative observations. Which statement is correct?

Back

Quantitative observations use numbers, qualitative uses the senses.

Front

The leaves on the plant are turning brown. What type of observation is this?

Back

Qualitative

Front

The plant has grown 4 cm since yesterday. Classify the type of measurement:

Back

Quantitative

Front

What type of data is represented by the statement: "There are 16 red marbles in the bag"? Options: Qualitative, Quantitative, Both, Neither

Back

Both

Front

The pendulum made 17 full swings in 30 seconds.

Back

Quantitative

Front

The speed of the car was 45 mph. What type of data is this?

Back

Quantitative

Front

What type of data is represented by the statement: "There are nine dolphins in this pod"? (Options: qualitative, quantitative)

Back

quantitative

Front

Dolphin colors range from gray to white. Is this an example of qualitative or quantitative?

Back

qualitative

Front

Dolphins eat the equivalent of 4 - 5% of their body mass each day. Is this information qualitative or quantitative?

Back

quantitative

Front

Dolphins have smooth skin. Is this a qualitative or quantitative observation?

Back

qualitative