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What human data collection methods were used in the geography investigation?
The methods used were an environmental quality survey, footfall survey, and questionnaire.
What is an advantage of the environmental quality survey?
Its simplicity and efficiency allowed for quick data collection.
What is a disadvantage of the environmental quality survey?
The subjectivity of the scoring system can lead to bias in the data.
How was the footfall survey conducted?
It counted the number of people in different locations over a consistent time interval of two minutes.
What was a limitation of the footfall survey?
Surveys were not conducted at the same time of day, affecting reliability due to external factors.
What was a strength of the questionnaire method?
It provided both quantitative and qualitative data on public opinions.
What was a limitation of the questionnaire method?
Bias in sampling, as respondents were mainly friendly-looking tourists, skewing the results.
What physical data collection methods were used?
Methods included sand height measurements, an orange drift test, and a property quality survey.
What was an advantage of sand height measurements?
They provided accurate and objective data on sand trapped by groynes.
What was a limitation of the orange drift test?
Its accuracy was affected by environmental factors like wind and wave strength.
What was a disadvantage of the property quality survey?
It relied on subjective scoring, leading to inconsistent results.
Which physical data collection method was deemed most effective?
Sand height measurements were the most effective due to their accuracy and relevance.
How effective were the data collected for physical methods in reaching valid conclusions?
Sand height measurements provided robust evidence, while the orange drift test and property quality survey had limitations.
What human methods were assessed for their effectiveness?
The Environmental Quality Survey, Footfall Survey, and Questionnaire.
What was a key finding from the Environmental Quality Survey?
It supported the hypothesis that pier regeneration influenced the quality of nearby areas.
What was a limitation of the footfall survey?
Data collected in September may not reflect typical footfall during peak tourist seasons.
What was the main conclusion regarding the human methods?
The data allowed for somewhat valid conclusions, but limitations in subjectivity and representativeness affected reliability.
What data presentation methods were used in the physical enquiry?
A bar chart for average groyne/beach height and a radar chart for seafront property quality.
What was an advantage of the bar chart?
It clearly showed variations in beach height, enabling easy comparisons.
What was a limitation of the radar chart?
The large number of variables crowded the chart, making it difficult to interpret.
What presentation techniques were used in the human enquiry?
A divided bar chart for footfall and a tree map chart for environmental quality scores.
What was a strength of the divided bar chart?
It effectively represented footfall data and highlighted the impact of the pier’s regeneration.
What was a limitation of the tree map chart?
It could be difficult to interpret at a glance, especially with similar proportions.
What type of chart could show the percentage of locations in each environmental quality category?
A pie chart could show the percentage of locations in each environmental quality category, offering a clearer understanding of the distribution of scores.
How could a pie chart improve data interpretation?
A pie chart could highlight areas of high and low quality more effectively, making the data more digestible.
What were the limitations of the presentation techniques used?
The divided bar chart was helpful for comparing footfall data but could be improved with better seasonal representation and spatial analysis through ArcGIS.
What was the effectiveness of the tree map chart?
The tree map chart provided basic comparisons but could be simplified with a pie chart for clearer interpretation.
What improvements could enhance data presentation effectiveness?
Both methods would benefit from adjustments to increase their clarity and make the data easier to understand for the audience.
