Qualitative and Quantitative Research Quiz

What is the main purpose of qualitative research?

• To measure numerical data

• To understand why and how people behave

• To calculate statistical results

• To generalize findings to a large population

Which of the following is a characteristic of qualitative research?

• Large sample size

• Use of numerical data

• In-depth exploration of behavior

• Closed-ended questionnaires

Which method is commonly used in qualitative research?

• Multiple-choice surveys

• Structured questionnaires

• Interviews

• Mathematical modeling

Quantitative research mainly focuses on:

• Feelings and experiences

• Opinions and narratives

• Numbers and measurements

• Personal stories

Which type of data is used in quantitative research?

• Descriptive data

• Emotional data

• Numerical data

• Narrative data

What is a closed question?

• A question with no answer

• A question that requires explanation

• A question with fixed answer options

• A question that explores feelings

Which is an example of a closed question?

• Why do you like social media?

• How do you feel about school?

• Do you play games every day?

• What do you think about learning?

What is the main advantage of quantitative research?

• It provides deep explanations

• It explores emotions

• It allows generalization of results

• It uses open-ended questions

What is primary research?

• Data taken from books

• Data collected by the researcher directly

• Data from the internet only

• Data from previous studies

Which of the following is NOT a primary research method?

• Observation

• Interview

• Questionnaire

• Textbook reading