Determine whether the variable is qualitative or quantitative. Explain your reasoning. Number of words in a speech Question content area bottom Part 1 Is the variable qualitative or quantitative? Explain your reasoning. A. The variable is qualitative because a number is found by measuring or counting. B. The variable is quantitative because a number is found by measuring or counting. C. The variable is quantitative because a number describes an attribute or characteristic. D. The variable is qualitative because a number describes an attribute or characteristic