A researcher wants to investigate the effect of patients' body position on blood pressure. The study would most likely be of which type?
A) Qualitative
B) Quantitative
C) Either quantitative or qualitative (researcher preference)
D) Insufficient information to determine
B
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Because this study would involve a measurable, numeric outcome—blood pressure—it should most likely be a quantitative study.
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