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What advantage does quantitative research provide in terms of data collection?
What advantage does quantitative research provide in terms of data collection?
Which of the following best describes a limitation of quantitative research?
Which of the following best describes a limitation of quantitative research?
What type of research questions typically guide quantitative studies?
What type of research questions typically guide quantitative studies?
What is a key strength of using structured research instruments in quantitative research?
What is a key strength of using structured research instruments in quantitative research?
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How does the sample size in quantitative research affect the results?
How does the sample size in quantitative research affect the results?
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What is a key advantage of quantitative research?
What is a key advantage of quantitative research?
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Which of the following best describes a limitation of quantitative research?
Which of the following best describes a limitation of quantitative research?
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In what way do quantitative research methods limit the discovery of new concepts?
In what way do quantitative research methods limit the discovery of new concepts?
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In quantitative research, how is data primarily collected?
In quantitative research, how is data primarily collected?
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What is a characteristic of the data gathered through quantitative research?
What is a characteristic of the data gathered through quantitative research?
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What kind of scenarios can be predicted through quantitative research?
What kind of scenarios can be predicted through quantitative research?
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What is a characteristic of qualitative data compared to quantitative data?
What is a characteristic of qualitative data compared to quantitative data?
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Which statement accurately contrasts qualitative and quantitative research?
Which statement accurately contrasts qualitative and quantitative research?
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What is a primary advantage of qualitative research?
What is a primary advantage of qualitative research?
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Which of the following best describes a limitation of qualitative research?
Which of the following best describes a limitation of qualitative research?
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What is a key characteristic of causal-comparative (quasi-experimental) research?
What is a key characteristic of causal-comparative (quasi-experimental) research?
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Why might researchers choose qualitative methods over quantitative methods?
Why might researchers choose qualitative methods over quantitative methods?
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Which characteristic does NOT apply to quantitative research designs?
Which characteristic does NOT apply to quantitative research designs?
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What is a common misconception about the outcomes of quantitative research?
What is a common misconception about the outcomes of quantitative research?
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What aspect of research design is primarily concerned with exploring the current state of a variable?
What aspect of research design is primarily concerned with exploring the current state of a variable?
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Which of the following statements best represents the limitations of quantitative research?
Which of the following statements best represents the limitations of quantitative research?
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Study Notes
Future Outcomes
- Researchers define clear objectives before collecting data, ensuring well-structured questions for quantifiable results.
- Advanced mathematical modeling and computer simulations create if-then scenarios that predict future outcomes.
Quantitative Research
- Emphasizes proof and validation rather than exploration, with a focus on measurable evidence.
- Utilizes standardized research instruments, such as questionnaires, for accurate data collection.
- Data collected includes measurable population characteristics, e.g., age, socio-economic status, number of children.
- Larger sample sizes enhance the reliability and validity of results, allowing for more dependable conclusions.
Strengths and Weaknesses of Structured Research Instruments
- Standardized tools ensure accuracy and validity throughout the research process.
- Quantitative research results can generally be generalized to larger populations, but may miss deeper contextual insights.
Types of Variables
- Variables are used in models to represent observable events and provide broad contexts for analysis.
- The design evolves and adjusts as the study develops, focusing on clearly defined variables.
Advantages of Quantitative Research
- Provides numerical data that can be statistically analyzed, facilitating hypothesis testing.
- Results often lead to the formation of new hypotheses or disproving existing ones.
- Offers larger sample sizes which contribute to more generalizable findings.
Limitations of Quantitative Research
- May not capture the complexity of human experiences or perceptions.
- Statistical methods highlight outcomes but may not explain underlying reasons or contextual factors.
- Risks presenting an inaccurate view of heterogeneity within the sample.
Qualitative Research
- Provides rich, detailed insights into human experiences, albeit typically less generalizable due to small sample sizes.
- Findings are subjectively interpreted, making them less standardized compared to quantitative methods.
Research Designs
- Descriptive Research aims to understand the current state of a variable and answers what, where, when, and how.
- Causal-Comparative (Quasi-Experimental) Research identifies how different groups are affected by the same circumstances, particularly useful when experimental research is not feasible or ethical.
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This quiz covers the key aspects of quantitative research methods, focusing on the importance of structured objectives and data collection. It highlights the strengths and weaknesses of standardized research instruments and emphasizes the significance of large sample sizes in ensuring reliable results.
