Quantitative and Qualitative Research Have Different Philosophical Assumptions

question 84

Multiple Choice

Quantitative and qualitative research have different philosophical assumptions.Quantitative research is most closely associated with ____, while qualitative research is associated with ____.

• A) phenomenology, positivism
• B) positivism, phenomenology

Analyze and interpret distribution shapes (unimodal, bimodal, skewed).

Understand and interpret variability measures (range, IQR, standard deviation).

Analyze and interpret boxplots.

Understand and interpret boxplots in comparative analysis across groups.

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Definitions:

Funding

The financial resources provided for a project, business, or organization, typically in the form of investments, loans, or grants.

Insight

Deep understanding or realization that comes from a detailed analysis of data, information, or circumstances, often leading to new perspectives or solutions.

Obvious Observation

A statement or fact that is clear, self-evident, or easily understood without the need for detailed explanation.

Potential Solution

A possible method or way to address, solve, or improve a specific problem or challenge.