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Quantitative Research Methods

Quantitative research methods in sociology involve the systematic investigation of observable relationships using mathematical and statistical techniques. This approach allows researchers to quantify social phenomena, such as income distribution or demographic characteristics, providing a clear framework to analyze and interpret data. Understanding these methods is essential for sociologists, as they help establish patterns and relationships in society, influencing policy decisions and social theories.

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Quantitative research methods are essential for systematically investigating phenomena through numerical data. This approach allows researchers to identify patterns, relationships, and trends, making it a powerful tool in various fields such as market research, healthcare, and social sciences. By em...

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Key Terms

Quantitative Research
A method of inquiry that focuses on quantifying relationships, behaviors, and phenomena.

Example: Surveys that collect numerical data on consumer preferences.

Sampling
The process of selecting a subset of individuals from a population to estimate characteristics of the whole population.

Example: Choosing 100 students from a school to represent all students.

Hypothesis
A testable statement predicting the relationship between variables.

Example: Increasing study time will improve test scores.

Statistical Analysis
The process of collecting and analyzing data to identify patterns and relationships.

Example: Using regression analysis to predict sales based on advertising spend.

P-value
A measure that helps determine the significance of results in hypothesis testing.

Example: A p-value of less than 0.05 indicates strong evidence against the null hypothesis.

Descriptive Statistics
Statistics that summarize and describe the characteristics of a dataset.

Example: Mean, median, and mode of test scores.

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Qualitative Research Methods
Focuses on understanding human behavior through non-numerical data.
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Mixed Methods Research
Combines both quantitative and qualitative research approaches.
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Statistical Software Applications
Explores various software tools used for statistical analysis.
intermediate

Key Concepts

Data CollectionStatistical AnalysisHypothesis TestingSampling Techniques