Qualitative vs Quantitative Data, Study notes of Painting

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Qualitative vs

Quantitative Data

Qualitative Data

■ Overview:

■ Deals with descriptions.

■ Data can be observed but not measured.

■ Colors, textures, smells, tastes, appearance, beauty, etc.

■ Qualit ative → Qualit y

Qualitative data: Example 1:

Oil Painting ■ blue/green color, gold frame ■ smells old and musty ■ texture shows brush strokes of oil paint ■ peaceful scene of the country ■ masterful brush strokes

Quantitative Data Example 1:

Oil Painting ■ picture is 10" by 14" ■ with frame 14" by 18" ■ weighs 8.5 pounds ■ surface area of painting is 140 sq. in. ■ cost $

Quantitative data: Example 2:

Latte ■ 12 ounces of latte ■ serving temperature 150º F. ■ serving cup 7 inches in height ■ cost $4.

Qualitative data: Example 3

Freshman Class

■ friendly demeanors

■ civic minded

■ environmentalists

■ positive school spirit