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4 March, 08:58

Determine whether the following variable is qualitative or quantitative.

The yes/no responses on a ballot initiative to the question "Should the school day be made shorter question?"

Choose the correct answer below.

A.

The variable is qualitative because a voter's response on a ballot initiative depends on his or her opinions.

B.

The variable is quantitative because the yes and no responses can be counted to determine the outcome of the initiative.

C.

The variable is qualitative because yes/no responses on a ballot initiative are nonnumerical categories.

D.

The variable is quantitative because it is possible to count the number of responses and check that each voter gave only one.

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  1. 4 March, 09:07
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    The correct answer is C. Quantitative data is collected when the results will be a number or measurement involving numerical data.

    Qualitative information involves qualities or characteristics given in words, not numbers.

    Yes and no are words.
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