Comparative analysis method

Comparative analysis is the process of comparing items to one another and distinguishing their similarities and differences. When a business wants to analyze an idea, problem, theory or question, conducting a comparative analysis allows it to better understand the issue and form strategies in response.

1. What are the types of comparative analysis?
2. What is comparative analysis in research?
3. What is an example of the comparative method?
4. Which test is used for comparative analysis?

What are the types of comparative analysis?

There are several methods of doing comparative analysis and Tilly (1984) distinguishes four types of comparative analysis namely: individualizing, universalizing, variation-finding and encompassing (p. 82).

What is comparative analysis in research?

Comparative analysis is a way to look at two or more similar things to see how they are different and what they have in common. It is used in many ways and fields to help people understand the similarities and differences between products better.

What is an example of the comparative method?

Durkheim's study on suicide was an example of the comparative method. By comparing official statistics between various societies he argued he was able to identify what was evident in one society and not in another which might cause suicide.

Which test is used for comparative analysis?

The T-test is a common method for comparing the mean of one group to a value or the mean of one group to another.