An acoustic engineer is investigating the impact of noise pollution on a residential community near a newly constructed high-speed rail line. The engineer uses automated outdoor sensors to record the peak sound pressure level (measured in decibels, dB) of every passing train over a 7-day period, generating quantitative data.
Explain one disadvantage of obtaining quantitative data in this study.
235 exam-style questions on AQA A Level Psychology Data handling and analysis. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.