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What is qualitative data?

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Qualitative data refers to non-numerical information that describes qualities or characteristics. It is often collected through observations, interviews, or open-ended questions.

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What is quantitative data?

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Quantitative data refers to numerical information that can be measured and expressed mathematically. It is often collected through surveys, experiments, or structured observations.

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Give an example of qualitative data.

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An example of qualitative data is the color of a car, the texture of a fabric, or the type of cuisine in a restaurant.

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Give an example of quantitative data.

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An example of quantitative data is the number of students in a classroom, the height of a building, or the temperature in degrees.

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What is the main difference between qualitative and quantitative observations?

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Quantitative observations use numbers and measurements, while qualitative observations use the senses to describe characteristics.

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What type of data is used to describe the type of sports at the Olympics?

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Qualitative data is used to describe the type of sports at the Olympics.

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What type of data is represented by the number of balloons in a store?

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Quantitative data is represented by the number of balloons in a store.

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What are some common methods for collecting qualitative data?

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Common methods for collecting qualitative data include interviews, focus groups, open-ended surveys, and observations.

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What are some common methods for collecting quantitative data?

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Common methods for collecting quantitative data include structured surveys, experiments, and statistical analysis.

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What is an example of a qualitative observation?

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An example of a qualitative observation is noting that a flower is red or that a fabric feels soft.