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Scientists provide a quantitative measure of variability in music pieces

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Scientists provide a quantitative measure of variability in music pieces

Physicists at the MPI-DS have investigated the variability in music pieces by different composers. They found a high initial autocorrelation of pitches, which ends relatively abruptly after a certain time, thus making further anticipation impossible. Credit: AI-generated, MPI-DS Physicists at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization (MPI-DS) have investigated to which extent a … Read more

Mixed-Method Research in Economics: Combining Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches

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Mixed-Method Research in Economics: Combining Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches

In economic research, the complexity of real-world phenomena often requires a combination of both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Mixed-method research in economics refers to the integration of these two methodologies to provide a more comprehensive understanding of economic issues. By combining quantitative data—such as numerical and statistical models—with qualitative insights from interviews, surveys, or case … Read more