Question

List key differences between qualitative and quantitative research methods? Discuss in the context of research purpose, design, approach, tools, samples and analysis. Use a sample research question in your discussion of both approaches.

Answer 1

Quantitative Research	Qualitative Research
More focused on testing theories and hypotheses.	more focused on explroing ideas , formulating theories and hypotheses.
Analysis is done by math and statistical analysis	Analysis is done by summarization , categorization and interpretation
Data is represented in number , graphs or tables	Mostly expressed in genral text or words
Requires large of respondents	Require less number of respondents
It contains closed question where user have to select from given choice	It contains open ended question where user can answer it according to them
mostly used terminology are testing, measurement, objectivity, replicability	mostly used terminology are understanding, context, complexity, subjectivity