Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Quantitative Research

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of quantitative research design?

• A) Researchers begin by developing hypotheses then they test them using empirical data.
• B) Researchers ignore past research studies on their topic so that their work can be original.
• C) Researchers never attempt to replicate their findings in a diverse social setting.
• D) Researchers develop measurement tools during the data collection phase.

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Definitions:

Incentive Payout

A form of performance-based compensation where employees receive additional pay or rewards for meeting or exceeding specific goals or benchmarks.

Base Pay

The initial salary paid to an employee, not including any benefits, bonuses, or overtime that may be additionally compensated.

Technical/Professional

Relating to jobs or employees with specialized knowledge or skills, often requiring specific education and training.

Performance-Based Pay

A compensation system where employees' pay is based on their performance, often measured against predetermined goals or benchmarks.