8 Questions
What is a major characteristic of quantitative research?
Phenomena are described numerically
Which type of research focuses on rich, in-depth, narrative descriptions of samples?
Qualitative research
What is the primary advantage of quantitative research?
Large sample and statistical validity
According to Bryman and Bell (2005), how is the relationship between theory and research viewed in quantitative studies?
Deductive and objectivist
Which type of data is used in qualitative research?
Narrative descriptions
What is the difference between quantitative and qualitative research in terms of scope of inquiry?
Quantitative research focuses on broad thematic concerns while qualitative research focuses on specific questions or hypotheses.
What type of questions are often asked in quantitative studies?
How many? and How often? questions
Which characteristic defines quantitative research according to Bryman and Bell (2005)?
Collection of numerical data and deductive relationship between theory and research
Learn about the process of designing and administering quantitative research instruments, which involve specific questions and numerical responses. Understand how researchers explain the meanings of numbers in the instrument and how it speeds up the data collection process.
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