Qualitative vs. Quantitative Observations

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What is a qualitative observation?

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An observation describing qualities or characteristics.

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What is a quantitative observation?

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An observation using values that can be counted.

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A ruler is best for making ___ observations.

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Quantitative.

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Classify the observation as qualitative or quantitative: 84 beats per minute.

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Quantitative.

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Qualitative or quantitative? By the end of the experiment, the liquid's density was 1.25 g/ml.

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Quantitative.

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Give an example of a qualitative observation.

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The sky is blue.

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Give an example of a quantitative observation.

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There are 20 students in the classroom.

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What type of observation uses numbers and measurements?

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Quantitative observation.

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What type of observation focuses on descriptions and characteristics?

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Qualitative observation.

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Is the statement 'The flower is red' qualitative or quantitative?

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Qualitative.