Which of the Following Statements Describes Both Qualitative and Quantitative

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes both qualitative and quantitative approaches to data analysis?

• A)In both forms of data analysis,the researcher carefully examines empirical information to reach a conclusion.
• B)Quantitative analysis is a private process,whereas qualitative analysis is a public process.
• C)Qualitative and quantitative researchers manipulate numbers that represent empirical facts to test theoretical hypotheses.
• D)Both qualitative and quantitative researchers choose from a limited number of specialized,standardized sets of data analysis techniques.
• E)Qualitative and quantitative researchers do not begin data analysis until they have collected all of the data.

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Definitions:

Satisfaction

The feeling of pleasure or contentment when needs, expectations, or desires are fulfilled.

Scarcity

The fundamental economic problem of having seemingly unlimited human wants and needs in a world of limited resources.

Choices

The act of selecting among alternatives or the options available in a decision-making process.

Alternatives

Other options or choices available to decision-makers apart from the one currently under consideration.