characteristics of a quantitative research Flashcards
data should be gathered before conclusions or solutions are proposed
objective
questions must be well-defined, and all aspects must be carefully designed before data gathering
clearly defined research questions
utilized in data gathering for the collection of measurable characteristics
structured research questions
uses data in the form of numbers and statistics that are organized and presented using tables, charts graphs, and figures to show trends, relationships or differences
numerical data
depends on the varying characteristics of the population. Normal population distribution is preferred
large sample sizes
verifies the correctness of the results
replication
complex mathematical computations and the use of computer applications enable the prediction of outcomes
future outcomes