Positivist research design is a quantitative research method that seeks to establish causal relationships between variables through systematic observation and objective measurement. This research design is based on the positivist philosophy, which assumes that there is an objective reality that can be studied and understood through systematic observation and measurement. Positivist research designs are characterized by the use of experiments, surveys, and other quantitative methods to collect empirical data, which is then analyzed using statistical techniques to test hypotheses and establish cause-and-effect relationships between variables. The ultimate goal of positivist research design is to produce reliable and generalized knowledge that can be used to make predictions and inform decision-making.
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