WGU D514 REVISED GRADE A+ QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Involves the analysis of numeric data, employing
statistical methods to draw conclusions and make inferences. This type of research focuses on
variables and aims to measure and quantify relationships between variables, providing
numerical insights.
Example of Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Studying the efficacy and safety of a
specific medication in treating a particular medical condition compared to other treatments or
placebo.
Example of Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Investigating the correlation between
specific genetic markers and the risk of developing certain diseases or conditions, such as the
BRCA gene and breast cancer risk.
Example of Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Analyzing the cost-effectiveness of a
particular medical intervention or treatment, such as a new drug or surgical procedure.
Example of Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Assessing the impact of a specific public
health intervention, such as a vaccination program, on disease incidence and prevalence.
Key Characteristics of Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Numeric - measurable, graphs,
tables, etc.
Key Characteristics of Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Verifiable, accurate - value of
the data is in the number.
Key Characteristics of Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Examples are sample size (n),
mean, median, mode, range, standard deviation.
, Qualitative Research - Correct Answers -Involves the analysis of non-numeric data, describing
observations, experiences, or phenomena. Qualitative research relies on methods such as
interviews, observations, or content analysis to gather and interpret subjective information. The
data is often categorized before summarizing, allowing for a deeper understanding of complex
and context-specific phenomena.
Qualitative Research: Examples related to chronic illnesses - Correct Answers -The experiences
of patients living with chronic illnesses, such as cancer, diabetes, or mental health disorders.
Qualitative Research: Examples related to healthcare disparities - Correct Answers -Investigate
disparities in healthcare access, utilization, and outcomes among different population groups,
such as racial or ethnic minorities, socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals, or rural
communities.
Qualitative Research: Examples related to healthcare quality assessment - Correct Answers -
Study assesses the quality of healthcare services from the perspective of patients, caregivers, or
healthcare providers.
Qualitative Research: Examples related to healthcare interventions - Correct Answers -Evaluate
the implementation and effectiveness of healthcare interventions, such as new treatments,
programs, or policies.
Qualitative Research: Examples related to end-of-life care - Correct Answers -Explore the
experiences and preferences of patients, families, and healthcare providers regarding end-of-life
care and decision-making.
Qualitative Research: Examples related to health behaviors - Correct Answers -Investigate
factors influencing health behaviors, such as diet, exercise, smoking, or medication adherence.
Nominal Variable - Correct Answers -Involves names or categories. Examples includes various
cancer types, different insurance companies, specialties offered
AND ANSWERS
Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Involves the analysis of numeric data, employing
statistical methods to draw conclusions and make inferences. This type of research focuses on
variables and aims to measure and quantify relationships between variables, providing
numerical insights.
Example of Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Studying the efficacy and safety of a
specific medication in treating a particular medical condition compared to other treatments or
placebo.
Example of Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Investigating the correlation between
specific genetic markers and the risk of developing certain diseases or conditions, such as the
BRCA gene and breast cancer risk.
Example of Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Analyzing the cost-effectiveness of a
particular medical intervention or treatment, such as a new drug or surgical procedure.
Example of Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Assessing the impact of a specific public
health intervention, such as a vaccination program, on disease incidence and prevalence.
Key Characteristics of Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Numeric - measurable, graphs,
tables, etc.
Key Characteristics of Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Verifiable, accurate - value of
the data is in the number.
Key Characteristics of Quantitative Research - Correct Answers -Examples are sample size (n),
mean, median, mode, range, standard deviation.
, Qualitative Research - Correct Answers -Involves the analysis of non-numeric data, describing
observations, experiences, or phenomena. Qualitative research relies on methods such as
interviews, observations, or content analysis to gather and interpret subjective information. The
data is often categorized before summarizing, allowing for a deeper understanding of complex
and context-specific phenomena.
Qualitative Research: Examples related to chronic illnesses - Correct Answers -The experiences
of patients living with chronic illnesses, such as cancer, diabetes, or mental health disorders.
Qualitative Research: Examples related to healthcare disparities - Correct Answers -Investigate
disparities in healthcare access, utilization, and outcomes among different population groups,
such as racial or ethnic minorities, socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals, or rural
communities.
Qualitative Research: Examples related to healthcare quality assessment - Correct Answers -
Study assesses the quality of healthcare services from the perspective of patients, caregivers, or
healthcare providers.
Qualitative Research: Examples related to healthcare interventions - Correct Answers -Evaluate
the implementation and effectiveness of healthcare interventions, such as new treatments,
programs, or policies.
Qualitative Research: Examples related to end-of-life care - Correct Answers -Explore the
experiences and preferences of patients, families, and healthcare providers regarding end-of-life
care and decision-making.
Qualitative Research: Examples related to health behaviors - Correct Answers -Investigate
factors influencing health behaviors, such as diet, exercise, smoking, or medication adherence.
Nominal Variable - Correct Answers -Involves names or categories. Examples includes various
cancer types, different insurance companies, specialties offered
