Which of the following represent the Quantitative Research methodology? (A)…
2022
Which of the following represent the Quantitative Research methodology?
(A) One to One Interview
(B) Survey research
(C) Focus groups
(D) Correlation research
(E) Descriptive research
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer: B. B, D and E only — CONCEPTQuantitative research operationalizes constructs as measurable variables and analyzes numerical data with statistical methods. A method belongs to this…
- A.
A, D and E only
- B.
B, D and E only
- C.
B, C and D only
- D.
C, D and E only
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Correct answer: B
CONCEPT
Quantitative research operationalizes constructs as measurable variables and analyzes numerical data with statistical methods.
A method belongs to this category when its usual design produces quantifiable measurements; methods centered on open-ended narratives or group interaction are qualitative.
APPLICATION
Classify each listed method by its usual data and analysis:
Method | Usual data and analysis | Classification |
|---|---|---|
One-to-one interview | Detailed, open-ended individual accounts analyzed as themes | Qualitative |
Survey research | Structured responses converted into variables and statistical summaries | Quantitative |
Focus groups | Interactive group discussion analyzed for themes and meanings | Qualitative |
Correlational research | Numerical variables analyzed to estimate the strength and direction of association | Quantitative |
Descriptive research | Measured characteristics summarized with counts, percentages, averages, or distributions | Quantitative |
Survey research, correlational research, and descriptive research are therefore the quantitative methods in the list.
These are the standard classifications intended by this item; in practice, an interview or a descriptive study may use qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods depending on how data are collected and analyzed.
CONTRAST
The combination A, D and E only includes the qualitative one-to-one interview.
The combination B, D and E only groups the three methods that use quantifiable variables and statistical analysis.
The combination B, C and D only includes qualitative focus groups and leaves out descriptive research.
The combination C, D and E only includes qualitative focus groups and leaves out survey research.
Therefore, the matching combination is B, D and E only.