Question

1. identify the following observation as qualitative or quantitative: the insect has 6 legs scientific method

Explanation:

To determine if an observation is qualitative or quantitative, we analyze the type of data. Qualitative observations describe characteristics or qualities (e.g., color, shape), while quantitative observations involve numbers or measurements (e.g., count, length). The statement "The insect has 6 legs" includes a numerical value (6) to describe the number of legs, which is a measurement or count. Thus, it is a quantitative observation.

Answer:

quantitative