Question

select the correct answer.
in 2020, a study conducted to explore the psychological experience of nurses caring for covid - 19 patients. the researchers interviewed 20 nurses about their experiences and feelings when acting as caregivers to the patients. which of the following best explains why the data collected in this study is qualitative?
a. the data cannot be expressed in numerical or statistical terms.
b. the data was used to disprove a theory.
c. the data can be expressed in terms of a quantity or number.
d. the data was used to develop a theory.
e. statistical analysis of the data can be presented in the form of graphs and tables.

Explanation:

Qualitative research focuses on non-numerical data, capturing experiences, feelings, and subjective perspectives. This study collects nurses' experiences and feelings, which cannot be measured numerically. Options C, D, E relate to quantitative research characteristics, and B is not a defining feature of qualitative data.

Answer:

A. The data cannot be expressed in numerical or statistical terms.