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It is a research method that seeks to explain naturally occurring phenomena in the natural world by generating credible theories.

• Scientific Research

• Research in the humanities

• Artistic research

• Analytical Research

This seeks to define the purpose of human existence by tapping into historical facts and future possibilties.

• Scientific Research

• Analytical Research

• Research in the humanities

• Artistic Research

This provides alternative approaches to established concepts by conducting practical methods as substitutes for fundamental and theoretical ones.

• Analytical Research

• Artistic Research

• Research in the humanities

• Scientific research

Quantitative research ​ (a)   while Qualitative research ​ (b)  

• aims to characterize trends and patterns.
• involves processes, feelings, and motives (whys &

Quantitative research ​ (a)   while Qualitative research (b)  

• usually starts with neither a theory/hypothesis
• is concerned with generating hypothesis

Qualitative Research ​ (a)   while Quantitative Research ​ (b)  

• uses unstructured/semi-structured instruments
• uses instruments like questionnaires & schedules

Qualitative Research ​ (a)   while Quantitative Research ​ (b)  

• Uses small sample sizes chosen purposely
• Uses large sample sizes

Quantitative Research ​ (a)   while Qualitative Research ​ (b)  

• has high output replicability
• has high validity

Qualitative Research is ​ (a)   while Quantitative Research is ​ (b)  

• Used to gain greater understanding of individuals
• Used to gain understanding of group similarities

Quantitative Research ​ (a)   while Qualitative Research ​ (b)  

• uses structured processes
• uses more flexible processes