Qualitative and Quantitative Data Quiz

What is a common characteristic of qualitative data?

• Expressed in numbers

• Usually expressed in words

• Always provides statistical analysis

• Focuses on large sample sizes

Which of the following is a benefit of qualitative data?

• Quick and simple to conduct

• Provides meaningful data and an explanation behind a participant’s thoughts

• Focused solely on numbers and facts

• Results are easier to analyse and understand

What is a drawback of qualitative data?

• Smaller sample size

• Quick and simple to conduct

• Increased number of participants

• Easier to analyse

Which method is often used in qualitative research?

• Surveys and questionnaires

• Statistical analysis

• Experiments

• Closed-ended questions

What type of questions are commonly asked in qualitative research?

• Yes or no questions

• Multiple-choice questions

• Open-ended questions

• True or false questions

What is a characteristic of quantitative data?

• Expressed in words

• Structured and statistical

• Provides explanations behind thoughts

• Smaller sample size

Which of the following is a benefit of quantitative data?

• Provides meaningful data

• Quick and simple to conduct

• Takes longer to conduct and process

• Expensive

What is a drawback of quantitative data?

• Smaller sample size

• Focused solely on numbers and facts

• Provides meaningful data

• Takes longer to conduct

Which type of data often involves closed-ended questions?

• Qualitative

• Quantitative

• Descriptive

• Analytical

What is a common method used in quantitative research?

• Interviews

• Observations

• Statistical analysis

• Focus groups

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