Research Methods: Quantitative vs Qualitative

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What is the primary distinction between quantitative and qualitative research methods?

Qualitative methods are more structured than quantitative methods.

Quantitative methods focus on numerical data, while qualitative methods focus on descriptive data. (correct)

Qualitative methods rely solely on statistical analysis.

Quantitative methods always require large sample sizes, while qualitative methods do not.

Which of the following is an example of a qualitative data analysis method?

Descriptive statistics

Content analysis (correct)

ANOVA

Regression analysis

Which statement about quantitative research is true?

It often uses closed-ended questions. (correct)

It is primarily concerned with exploring meanings.

It focuses on the subjective interpretation of data.

It typically involves small, non-representative samples.

What is a common objective of qualitative research?

To gather detailed insights and understanding of a phenomenon. Signup and view all the answers

What does data triangulation refer to in research?

Combining data from different sources to enhance validity. Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is least associated with qualitative data analysis?

Focus on numerical data interpretation Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary advantage of using quantitative research methods?

Facilitation of broader generalizations from a sample Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes the process of comparing qualitative and quantitative findings to validate results?

Mixed methods convergence Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a limitation commonly associated with quantitative research methods?

Over-simplification of complex social phenomena Signup and view all the answers

What best defines the focus of qualitative data analysis in research?

Understanding underlying patterns of behavior and meaning Signup and view all the answers

Research Methods: Quantitative vs Qualitative

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What is the primary distinction between quantitative and qualitative research methods?

Which of the following is an example of a qualitative data analysis method?

Which statement about quantitative research is true?

What is a common objective of qualitative research?

What does data triangulation refer to in research?

Which characteristic is least associated with qualitative data analysis?

What is a primary advantage of using quantitative research methods?

Which term best describes the process of comparing qualitative and quantitative findings to validate results?

Which of the following is a limitation commonly associated with quantitative research methods?

What best defines the focus of qualitative data analysis in research?

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