RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

METHODS OF RESEARCH

QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of quantitative research?
A
Data are gathered before proposing a conclusion or solution to a problem
B
Method can be repeated to verify findings in another setting, thus, strengthen and reinforcing validity of findings eliminating the possibility of spurious conclusions
C
Figures, tables or graphs showcase summarized data collection in order to show trends, relationship or differences among variables
D
It seeks to gather a more comprehensive understanding of activities related to human behavior and the attributes that rule such behavior
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Which of the following statements is NOT a characteristic of quantitative research? Answer: It delivers an in-depth understanding of the problem or study.

Detailed explanation-2: -Quantitative researchers generally have four main preoccupations: they want their research to be measurable, to focus on causation, to be generalisable, and to be replicable.

Detailed explanation-3: -Quantitative research deals in numbers, logic, and an objective stance. Quantitative research focuses on numeric and unchanging data and detailed, convergent reasoning rather than divergent reasoning [i.e., the generation of a variety of ideas about a research problem in a spontaneous, free-flowing manner].

Detailed explanation-4: -The use of measurable variables. Standardized research instruments. Random sampling of participants. Data presentation in tables, graphs, or figures. The use of a repeatable method. More items •01-Apr-2023

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