Qualitative methods and quantitative methods are closely related but are definitely not the same thing. Qualitative methods include reviews of documents looking for certain themes, in-depth interviews and focus groups. Quantitative methods include reviews of records or documents for numeric information and structured interviews. Qualitative Qualitative methods are more subjective and will describe a…
A tuxedo and a suit are similar fashions; however, there are physical differences that set the two apart. The primary difference between a tux and a suit is the presence of satin. A tux will have satin accents on the buttons, lapels, pocket trim and a satin stripe down the leg of the pants. A…
Duvet and a comforter are different. Most people believe that a duvet is the same exact thing as a comforter, just a fancier name. A duvet will go over a comforter or replace your comforter. What is a Duvet? A duvet is typically white with no decorative design printed in it. Duvets are thicker…
Lawyer and attorney are used interchangeably often while there are differences between these two terms. Many people think that the two mean the same thing, but that is not really the case. All lawyers can be attorneys but not all attorneys are lawyers. Lawyer A lawyer is someone who has been trained in the…
Many people are under the misconception that brown eggs are better than white eggs. They believe that brown eggs contain more nutrients that white eggs and they taste better also. Depending on who you talk to, some will swear that brown eggs are better to use in bread and meatloaves, while white eggs should be used…
Most people will use bison and buffalo interchangeably without realizing that there is a difference between the two animals. Buffalo are actually found in Africa and South Asia whereas bisons are found in North America. What many people in North America refer to as a buffalo is really a bison. Body Shape The bison has…
When in business you will hear the terms gross and net used often. These two terms are related, but they are not the same thing. Gross is the whole of something whereas net is a part of the whole after some kind of deduction. What is the Gross? It is the total amount made…
All-wheel drive or AWD and four-wheel drive or 4WD can be confusing when shopping for a new vehicle. Many people will use them interchangeably, but there are definite differences that can make a big impact on the type of vehicle you choose. What is 4WD? Sometimes referred to as four by four or 4×4,…
Sushi and Sashimi, many thinks they are the same thing or at least very similar. This is not generally the case at all! Sushi is not raw fish. It is vinegared rice that is mixed with other ingredients that can contain raw fish, but many times does not. Sashimi is thinly sliced raw meat that…
People tend to be confused by electronic mail terminology, especially CC and BCC. CC stands for Carbon Copy and BCC stands for Blind Carbon Copy. When you use CC, a copy of the email that you are sending will be sent to the addresses in this field. A copy of the message is sent to…
The ionic bond and covalent bond are different bonds in both structure and properties. The ionic bond is created when a positively charged ion and a negatively charged ion bond together. The covalent bond has pairs of electrons that are shared by two atoms and they bind the atoms into a fixed orientation. It takes…
Both fruit and vegetables are healthy for you to eat and you are encouraged to eat more of them throughout the day. Most people can name different fruits and vegetables but can they tell you why a fruit is a fruit and a vegetable is a vegetable? What is a Fruit? A fruit is…
When you hear the words heterozygous and homozygous, if you are not scientifically minded, you may wonder what they mean and are they different. An organism that carries different alleles is heterozygous, for example, Tt. An organism that carries two identical alleles is homozygous, for example, tt or TT. Purity of Trait Heterozygous is…
Hepatitis comes in three different forms: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. Most people do not fully understand the difference between the three forms and their symptoms can be similar. Blood tests can determine which form you have when diagnosed with hepatitis. How is Hepatitis Spread? Hepatitis A or HAV is spread through…
Whiskey and scotch are both alcoholic beverages that are distilled from grain and may be melted. All scotch is whiskey; however, not all whiskey is scotch. Scotch is a whiskey that is made in Scotland. It is aged in oak barrels for at least three years. So what are the other differences between whiskey and…
Tornado watches and warnings are different. A tornado is a serious weather event that can cause significant property damage and can cause injury or death to those in its path. Weathermen will use two terms, tornado watch and a tornado warning, that are confusing to many people. People who do not really know the difference…
Chow Mein and Lo Mein are completely different foods with the different recipes. Both chow mein and lo mein are stir-fry noodles that use wheat flour egg noodles. People usually do not fully understand what makes the two dishes different and will use them interchangeably. In this article, we are going to differentiate Chow Mein…
Strategy and tactics are oftentimes used interchangeably within an organization. Many times the two words work in tandem and do share many of the same characteristics. This does make it a little more difficult to delineate between the two. Let’s highlight the key differences between the use of strategy and tactics. Difference between Strategy and…
Those who haven’t studied economics in school may have an idea or two about what the Gross Domestic Product is, but the difference between nominal and real GDP is most probably a mystery. If you’re faced with this dilemma, worry not, as we’ve got you covered! In the following, we’ll take a look at both…
If you’re looking to understand the difference between IPv4 and IPv6, you probably already know what IP or Internet Protocol means (a unique address each computing device is assigned for identification and communication purposes). IPv4 and IPv6 are just two different versions of the Internet Protocol, but what exactly makes them distinct and why is…
Netflix and Hulu are two popular online video on demand services that have been growing so much that they may even threaten traditional TV. But what are the actual differences between Hulu and Netflix? While it may not be possible to set a clear winner, below we’ll analyze them both and see what separates them,…
Unless you’re into IT, it can be quite difficult to understand everything about how a computer works and stores data, even though you’re using a device every day. Every computer needs memory to operate and you will probably have heard the terms RAM and RAM. You might even know what they stand for but answering…
Curious about the difference between HTML and HTML5? Even if you have nothing to do with web development, you must have seen both of these terms mentioned tons of times online. But what is HTML all about and how is HTML5 different? In the following, we will provide straightforward descriptions and comparisons so that even…
Let’s talk numbers! Statistics and parameters are quite similar, as they both describe groups, such as “5% of students like to talk about data analysis”. However, many have trouble understanding these two terms and telling the difference between parameter and statistic. Let’s take a closer look at both measures and see what exactly they refer…
Buying a computer can be quite an overwhelming decision if you’re not tech savvy, and the choice of processor is not only very important but also highly confusing. To give you a helping hand, we’ve put together a short guide on the differences between i3 and i5 processors. Both are popular Intel Core models. Let’s have…
For many people, jam and preserves are the same thing and the two words can be used interchangeably. They are both similar – made with fruit, sugar and usually pectin. However, there are differences between Jam and preserves. What is Jam? Jam is made by mixing crushed preserved fruit and sugar together. Some jams will…
If you are not a Jew or a Christian, you may not understand what the difference is between the two. Jews are found in the Bible as God’s chosen people, so doesn’t that mean that all Jews are Christian? No, that is not correct. And furthermore, Christians are not Jews. So, what is the difference…
Do you know what’s the difference between Psoriasis and Eczema. Both psoriasis and eczema are severe skin issues that affect millions of people. Psoriasis is a genetic autoimmune condition that results when skin cells grow too quickly and produce thick and uncomfortable raised patches of skin. Eczema is a general word that is used to…
Many people use the terms robbery and burglary interchangeably without realizing that they are two completely different terms. Both are a form of theft or taking something that does not belong to you. But robbery and burglary, while similar, are two different forms of theft. Many people don’t understand the differences between robbery and burglary…
When it comes to Internet protocols (IP) there are two types: TCP and UDP. TCP or Transmission Control Protocol is connection-oriented. UDP or User Datagram Protocol is a connectionless Internet protocol. In this post, we are going to point the key differences between TCP and UDP that’ll help you understand these terms better. Difference…
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