Quantitative researchers are most likely to check whether the data that they generate support or refute a hypothesis by:
A) asking a general question about what they want to learn.
B) generating verbal data.
C) applying statistical tests to the data.
D) studying natural phenomena.
E) organizing personal interviews.

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Quantitative researchers use statistical tests to analyze and interpret numerical data, which allows them to determine whether their findings support or refute a hypothesis. Verbal or interview data may be used to supplement quantitative data, but statistical tests are necessary to test hypotheses in a quantitative research study.

Quantitative Researchers Are Most Likely to Check Whether the Data