Question

“This leaf is 4 inches long.”

What kind of observation is this?
Quantitative
Qualitative
Hypothetical
Inferential

Answer 1

This kind of observation is quantitative

Quantitative observations are types of observation that involves the collection of data that has quantifiable variables and are made using measuring instruments such as thermometers, rulers, graduated cylinders, beakers and balances. Quantitative observations are measurable and are expressed using numbers and values such as inches (length), years (age), gram (weight), liters (volume) etc.

Answer 2

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is the first option. The statement “This leaf is 4 inches long.” is an example of a quantitative observation. These observations are made with instruments like balances, rulers, thermometers and the like. Hope this answers the question.