Data vs. Information Distinction

Data is singular while information is always in plural form

Data is fixed until processed while information is semi-variable or variable

Data is used for decision-making while information is not

Data is raw while information is processed (correct)

Effect

Singular form

Final product

Raw material (correct)

Data helps in decision-making, information does not

Both data and information help in decision-making

Neither data nor information help in decision-making

Information helps in decision-making, data does not (correct)

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