What is an example of qualitative versus quantitative evidence, and when is each appropriate?

What is an example of qualitative versus quantitative evidence, and when is each appropriate?

• A. Qualitative uses non-numeric data to explore meaning.
• B. Quantitative uses numeric data and statistics (e.g., surveys to estimate prevalence); qualitative uses non-numeric data to explore meaning (e.g., interviews to understand experiences).
• C. Quantitative uses numerical summaries exclusively and ignores context.
• D. Qualitative and quantitative approaches are interchangeable.

Answer: (B)