Question

question 1 of 10
what is quantitative data?

a. data that uses a series of letters that have been arranged into
specific patterns
b. data that uses diagrams and icons to represent objects in the
natural world
c. data that uses numbers to represent things that can be measured
or counted
d. data that uses random patterns of electrical impulses on a
computer chip

Explanation:

To determine the correct definition of quantitative data, we analyze each option:

• Option A describes data with letter patterns, which is qualitative (e.g., categorical data with letters) rather than quantitative.
• Option B refers to diagrammatic or iconic representations, which are not numerical and thus not quantitative.
• Option C states that quantitative data uses numbers to represent measurable or countable things. This aligns with the definition of quantitative data (e.g., measuring height in centimeters, counting the number of people).
• Option D describes electrical impulses on a computer chip, which is not related to the definition of quantitative data.

Answer:

C. Data that uses numbers to represent things that can be measured or counted