Nature of Collected Data Before Classification
Which type of data (primary or secondary) does the chapter say is raw or unclassified when first collected?
- Only primary data is raw
- Only secondary data is raw
- Data collected from both primary and secondary sources is raw or unclassified — Correct Answer
- Data from government sources is always classified
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Data collected from both primary and secondary sources are raw or unclassified. Once collected, the next step is to classify them for further statistical analysis.
Key Points:
- The chapter's conclusion states: 'The data collected from primary and secondary sources are raw or unclassified.'
- Classification brings order in the data.
- Primary data: Collected first-hand by the researcher.
- Secondary data: Already collected and published by someone else.
- Both types need to be classified before statistical analysis.
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