HMS, HIC EQ-Bank 55 MC

A researcher is investigating young people's meanings of health. Which of the following is an example of quantitative data?

A survey that asks each participant their postcode.
Interview responses describing what health means to participating students.
A survey showing the percentage of Year 10 students who believe mental health is important.
Written reflections from students about their personal health journeys.

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\(C\)

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C is correct as it provides a numerical percentage that can be statistically analysed, which is characteristic of quantitative data.

Other options:

A is incorrect. Although it provides numerical data, the data cannot be ranked.
B is incorrect as interview responses are qualitative data providing in-depth descriptions.
D is incorrect as written reflections are qualitative data providing descriptive insights.