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Quantitative research - is an objective, systematic and empirical investigation of observable phenomena through the use of computational techniques.

- numerical

-conserve with numbers.

Characteristics of Quantitative research

1. Objective- it seeks accurate measurement and analysis of target concepts. not guesses.

2. Clearly defined research questions- are well defined for which objective answers are sought.

3. Structured Research Instruments- ensuring accuracy, reliability, the validity of data. Data are normally gathered using structured research tools such as questionnaires to collect measurable characteristics of the population like age, socio-economic status, number of children, among others.

4. Numerical Data- figures, tables or graphs showcase summarize data collection in order to show trends, relationships, or differences among variables.

5. Large sample sizes- Random sampling is recommended in determining the sample size to avoid the researcher’s bias in interpreting the results.

6. Replication- quantitative methods can be repeated to verify things in other settings.

7. Future outcomes- Quantitative research puts emphasis on proof, rather than discovery.

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