Qualitative vs. Quantitative Observations

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What is a qualitative observation?

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A qualitative observation is a description that involves characteristics or qualities, often using descriptive words.

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What is a quantitative observation?

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A quantitative observation is a measurement that involves numbers and quantities.

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Give an example of a qualitative observation.

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The flower is red and has a sweet fragrance.

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Give an example of a quantitative observation.

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The tree is 5 meters tall.

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What type of observation is made with a magnifying glass?

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Qualitative observation.

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If an observation includes numbers, what type is it?

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Quantitative observation.

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What type of observation describes the texture of an object?

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Qualitative observation.

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What type of observation describes the temperature of a liquid as 75 degrees Celsius?

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Quantitative observation.

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If an observation uses adjectives, what type is it?

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Qualitative observation.

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What type of observation is 'The car is blue'?

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Qualitative observation.