Which is an example of qualitative data?

Question

A.
the number of textbooks in a classroom

B.
the condition of the textbooks in a classroom

C.
the ID numbers of the textbooks in a classroom

D.
the number of pencil marks in the textbooks in a classroom

Answer 1

B. the condition of the textbooks in a classroom

Qualitative data refers to non-numeric information that describes qualities or characteristics. In this case, the "condition" of the textbooks is a qualitative characteristic, such as "new," "worn," or "damaged." The other options involve numeric data or identifiers.