Secondary Flashcards
1
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secondary data
A
Secondary data are a second hand analysis of pre-existing
2
Q
When does primary data become secondary data?
A
After statistical operations have been performed on primary data, the results become known as secondary data.
3
Q
Where can secondary data be found?
A
The internet or in books.
4
Q
strength of secondary data
A
It saves time and expense that would otherwise be spent collecting data.
5
Q
weakness of secondary data
A
The researcher cannot personally check that data so its reliability may be questioned.