Quantitative versus Qualitative Observations

Quantitative observations are made when you use your sense to observe the results. (See, Hear, Smell, Taste, Feel)

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

Qualitative observations are made when you use your senses to observe the results (see, smell, taste, hear, feel)

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

Look at these facts about a Latte (Coffee) and determine if they are qualitative or quantitative.

12 ounces of latte

cost $4.95

serving temperature 150 degrees Fahrenheit

serving cup 7 inches in height

• Qualitative

• Quantitative

This type of observation uses data and numbers. Examples include: measuring, counting, continuous collection of numerical data.

• Quantitative

• Qualitative

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-PS3-1

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

What type of observation is this?

The liquid is pink.

• Quantitative

• Qualitative

What type of observation is this?

There are 20 fish, 2 frogs, and 1 turtle in the pond.

• Quantitative

• Qualitative

What type of observation is this?

There are approximately 90 colonies of bacteria on the Petri dish.

• Qualitative

• Quantitative

What type of observation is this?

The bacterial colonies vary in color. Colors include green, grey, black, and blue.

• Quantitative

• Qualitative

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

Which of the following is an example of a quantitative observation about this photo?

• There are 16 people in the classroom

• The teacher is taller than the students

• The room number is 1B

• They are in art class

Qualitative or Quantitative: We bought 3.4 pounds of fruit.

• Qualitative Observation

• Quantitative Observation