1.8 Quick review questions

Consider the research questions below.

Which are likely to be answered using quantitative research studies, and which are likely to be answered using qualitative research studies?

1. What percentage of the population experiences minor side-effects from this medication?
   Qualitative Quantitative
2. What is the average number of roof-top solar panels installed on domestic properties?
   Qualitative Quantitative
3. Why do people opt to purchase an electric car?
   Qualitative Quantitative

1. The RQ requires numerical summaries of the data: ‘What percentage…’ This RQ would be answered using a quantitative RQ.
2. The RQ requires numerical summaries of the data: ‘What is the average…’ This RQ would be answered using a quantitative RQ.
3. The RQ does not require numerical summaries of the data. This RQ would be answered using a qualitative RQ.