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What is the primary difference between quantitative and qualitative research?

A. Quantitative research uses words, while qualitative research uses numbers.
B. Quantitative research aims to explore experiences, while qualitative research aims to test hypotheses.
C. Quantitative research focuses on measurement and statistical analysis, while qualitative research focuses on understanding meaning and experience.
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D. Quantitative research is always experimental, while qualitative research is always descriptive.

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  • Quantitative research uses words, while qualitative research uses numbers.
  • Quantitative research aims to explore experiences, while qualitative research aims to test hypotheses.
  • Quantitative research focuses on measurement and statistical analysis, while qualitative research focuses on understanding meaning and experience.
  • Quantitative research is always experimental, while qualitative research is always descriptive.

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