Quantitative Research

Which of the following is a characteristic of quantitative research?

• Subjective interpretation

• Use of numerical data

• Focus on individual experiences

• Open-ended questions

What is one of the main strengths of quantitative research?

• It allows for deep understanding of complex issues.

• It provides statistical analysis and generalizability.

• It relies heavily on personal opinions.

• It focuses on narrative data.

Which of the following is considered a limitation of quantitative research?

• High reliability of results

• Inability to explore context and meaning

• Use of large sample sizes

• Objective measurement

Which type of quantitative research design is used to identify relationships between variables?

• Descriptive research

• Experimental research

• Correlational research

• Case study

What is a common method of data collection in quantitative research?

• Interviews

• Surveys with closed-ended questions

• Focus groups

• Observational field notes

In quantitative research, what does "random sampling" help to ensure?

• Increased bias in results

• Greater control over variables

• Generalizability of findings

• Decreased sample size

Which of the following is NOT a type of quantitative research design?

• Correlational studies

• Cross-sectional studies

• Ethnographic studies

• Experimental studies

Which of the following represents a strength of quantitative research?

• Flexibility in data collection

• Ability to produce precise and reliable measurements

• Exploration of participant emotions

• In-depth case analysis

What is a key feature of experimental research in quantitative studies?

• Use of qualitative interviews

• Manipulation of independent variables

• Focus on subjective experiences

• Collection of narrative data

What is a potential weakness of using surveys in quantitative research?

• They can be easily distributed to large populations.

• Responses may lack depth and context.

• They can provide clear statistical data.

• They allow for anonymity of participants.