Strengths and Weaknesses of Quantitative Research

Question 1

Advantages/Strengths of Quantitative Research?

Answer 1

• Very objective
• Numerical & Quantifiable data can be used to predict outcomes
• Findings are generalized to the population
• There is a conclusive establishment of cause and effect
• Fast and easy data analysis using statistical software
• Can be replicated/ repeated
• Validity and reliability can be established

Question 2

Weaknesses/Disadvantages of Quantitative Research?

Answer 2

• It lacks necessary data to explore a problem/concept in depth (no depth)
• Does not provide comprehensive explanation of human experience
• Some information cannot be described by numerical data such as feelings and beliefs
• The research design is rigid and not very flexible
• The participants are limited to choose only from the given responses
• The respondents may tend to provide inaccurate responses
• A large sample size make data collection more costly