An example of quantitative data is the number of people attending a webinar. Quantitative data is information that can be quantified, counted, or measured, and given a numerical value. It is suitable for statistical analysis and can answer questions such as "how many," "how often," or "how much". Other examples of quantitative data include:
- Measurements: Height in feet, age in years, and weight in pounds.
- Costs: The price of a product or service.
- Sensor data: A photosensor detecting the presence of light.
- Counts: The number of people downloading a particular application from the App Store.
Quantitative data is essential for various fields, including mathematics, market research, weather forecasting, traffic engineering, stock analysis, and economic predictions.