Quantitative Research Quiz

What is the most distinguishing feature of quantitative research?

• Use of subjective analysis

• Use of narrative data

• Use of numerical and statistical data

• Focus on individual experiences

What is one key strength of quantitative research?

• Allows rich, deep interpretations

• Time-efficient for small populations

• Can generalize results to larger populations

• Focuses on social context

What is a limitation of quantitative research?

• Results are based on statistical analysis

• It may overlook the complexity of human behavior

• It is time-efficient

• It is difficult to analyze data

Which of the following is a characteristic of quantitative research?

• Flexible and evolving design

• Non-numerical data collection

• Objective and replicable

• Subjective interpretation

What type of quantitative research determines whether a relationship exists between two variables?

• Experimental

• Historical

• Descriptive

• Correlational

What distinguishes experimental from quasi-experimental research?

• Use of numerical data

• Presence of a hypothesis

• Use of random assignment

• Descriptive statistics

Which method is most suitable for descriptive research?

• Interview

• Case study

• Survey

• Ethnography

Which of the following best describes correlational research?

• Describes historical events

• Explores cause-and-effect

• Identifies associations between variables

• Determines outcomes of experiments

Which of the following tools is most commonly used in quantitative research?

• Narrative report

• Focus group discussion

• Open-ended interview

• Questionnaire or survey

Which of the following is a true advantage of quantitative research?

• Flexibility of responses

• Clear measurement of variables

• Emphasis on context and meaning

• Limited sample size