Secondary Data Definition
Data that has been collected and processed by some other agency is known as:
- Primary Data
- Secondary Data — Correct Answer
- Raw Data
- Census Data
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
When data has been collected and processed (scrutinised and tabulated) by some other agency, it is called Secondary Data.
Key Points:
- Secondary data can be obtained from government reports, documents, newspapers, books by economists or websites.
- Use of secondary data saves time and cost.
- Data is primary to the source that collects it first and secondary for all others who use it later.
- Example: Using government census reports for research — those reports are secondary data for the researcher.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A. Primary Data: This is collected firsthand by the researcher.
- C. Raw Data: Raw data refers to unprocessed data, not a category based on source.
- D. Census Data: Census data is a type/source of secondary data, not the definition itself.
📚 About this Topic — CH-2: Collection of Data
This multiple choice question is from CH-2: Collection of Data, NCERT Books, Statistics for Economics. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-2: Collection of Data to strengthen your preparation.
