When a researcher uses numerical analysis, she is most likely engaging in _____ research.

A) qualitative
B) quantitative
C) deductive
D) historical

Numerical Analysis

The branch of mathematics that develops and utilizes computational techniques to solve numerical problems.

Qualitative

Pertaining to or concerning the quality of something rather than its quantity, often used in research to gather in-depth insights.

Quantitative

Pertains to a research method focused on the collection and analysis of numerical data to draw conclusions about a specific phenomenon.