Quantitative analysis
Analysis of language data using numerical methods to describe frequency, patterns, and relationships. Quantitative analysis provides statistical description.
Real World
Researchers studying children's language development calculate Mean Length of Utterance (MLU) by counting morphemes across 100 utterances, producing a numerical benchmark to compare developmental stages.
Exam Focus
State what quantitative data reveals AND acknowledge what contextual meaning it cannot capture — balanced evaluation scores higher marks.
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