Question
A biology class is studying the effect of temperature on the amount of growth of duckweed in an aquarium. What
type of data will the class need to collect, and which tools will most likely be used?
• They will gather qualitative data, using a thermometer and a hand lens.
• They will gather qualitative data, using a meterstick and a flask.
• They will gather quantitative data, using a thermometer and a balance.
• They will gather quantitative data, using a beaker and a timer.
Answer
They will gather quantitative data, using a thermometer and a balance.