Topic 1 Data, information and knowledge Flashcards

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Data

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Raw facts and figures

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2
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Information

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Processed data with meaning and context`

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3
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Knowledge

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Derived from information by adding rules to it

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4
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Problems with coding data (3)

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Coarsening of data - loss of precision
Coding value judgements - different opinions
Obscure meaning

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5
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Advantages of coding data (4)

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Easier to use validation
Processing is faster
Takes up less storage space
Faster to input

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