6.3 Observations Quiz

Which of the following is NOT one of the five senses used in observations?

• Sight

• Smell

• Balance

• Touch

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What are the two types of observations discussed in this lesson?

• Qualitative and Quantitative

• Visual and Auditory

• Physical and Chemical

• Simple and Complex

What do qualitative observations describe?

• The quantity of what we observe

• The quality of what we observe

• The speed of what we observe

• The size of what we observe

What type of words do qualitative observations use to describe something?

• Nouns

• Verbs

• Adjectives

• Adverbs

Which of the following is an example of a qualitative observation?

• The flower has 5 petals

• The flower is 10 cm tall

• The flower has white petals

• The flower weighs 50 grams

What do quantitative observations measure?

• Emotions

• Colors

• Quantities

• Sounds

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Which of the following is an example of a quantitative observation?

• The flower is beautiful.

• The flower smells nice.

• The flower has five petals.

• The flower is colorful.

What is the qualitative data for the oil painting?

• 10" by 14" picture size

• Blue/green color, gold frame

• Weighs 8.5 pounds

• Cost $300

What is the quantitative data for the latte?

• Robust aroma

• Frothy appearance

• 12 ounces of latte

• Strong taste

Which of the following is a qualitative characteristic of the latte?

• Serving temperature 150° F

• Burgundy cup

• 7 inches in height

• Cost $4.95