Qualitative vs. Quantitative

James, Anika, and Arjun are conducting a science experiment. They need to record some qualitative data.

Which of the following could be an example of qualitative data they could record?

• The color of the flowers in their garden

• The speed of their school bus

• The temperature of their classroom

• The weight of a rock they found in the park

During a field trip, students are asked to observe and write down qualitative data.

Which of the following observations would be considered qualitative data?

• The number of birds seen in the park

• The height of the tallest building in the city

• The distance traveled by the bus

• The texture of the leaves on a tree

In a cooking class, students are asked to describe the qualitative aspects of their prepared dish.

Which of the following is an example of qualitative data?

• The aroma of the spices used

• The amount of servings made

• The weight of the ingredients used

• The time it takes to cook the dish

While studying different types of rocks, students are asked to collect qualitative data. Which of the following would be considered qualitative data?

• The volume of each rock

• The color patterns on the rock surfaces

• The density of the rocks

• The mass of each rock sample

What specific item does qualitative data not have?

• Qualitative data does not have just one answer

• Qualitative data does not have any numbers in its responses

• Qualitative data does not have any questions in its responses

• Qualitative data does not have any poetry in its responses

The candy was sour.

• Qualitative

• Quantitative

What is the definition of qualitative data?

• Data that is collected through surveys and questionnaires.

• Data that can be measured and expressed numerically.

• Data that is collected through experiments and observations.

• Non-numerical data that is descriptive in nature