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quantitative method

[ˌkwɒntɪˈteɪtɪv ˈmeθəd]
nounpl: quantitative methods
método quantitativo
1. A research approach that emphasizes numerical data collection and statistical analysis to understand phenomena, test hypotheses, and establish generalizable findings
The study used quantitative methods to analyze survey responses from 5,000 participants.
O estudo utilizou métodos quantitativos para analisar respostas de pesquisa de 5.000 participantes.
2. In scientific research, techniques involving measurement, counting, and mathematical analysis rather than descriptive observation
Quantitative methods in psychology include statistical tests and controlled experiments.
Os métodos quantitativos em psicologia incluem testes estatísticos e experimentos controlados.
Synonyms
quantitative researchnumerical methodstatistical methodempirical method
Antonyms
qualitative methodqualitative researchdescriptive methodinterpretive method

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método quantitativo
Standard usage in academic and scientific contexts
São Paulo
método quantitativo
Common in business and research sectors
Portugal
método quantitativo
Standard usage; also 'abordagem quantitativa' (quantitative approach)

Related Idioms & Phrases

numbers don't lie
by the numbers
data-driven approach
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