Question

Compare the advantages and disadvantages of quantitative and qualitative data analysis approaches

Answer 1

Answer:

To Compare the advantages and disadvantages of quantitative and qualitative data analysis approaches:

Quantitative data analysis:

Advantages:

1. This is visual or observational analysis in simple.
2. Here the data are measurable

Disadvantages:

1. This is Time-consuming
2. These  observations may be necessary to find validity of variables measured and find degrees of motor impairment.   

Qualitative data analysis:

Advantages:

1. This  is inexpensive to use
2. This requires few equipment.
3. Which can yield general description of gait variables.
4. This  requires few equipment.

Disadvantages:

1. This  results are subjective   
2. Which is validity and moderate reliability
3. This depends on the observational skills and therapist's training