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What does secondary data collection involve?

  • Using existing data collected by someone else for a different purpose (correct)
  • Collecting data from primary sources for original research
  • Modifying existing data for a specific research project
  • Creating new data for a similar purpose as the original collection

How can secondary data analysis benefit researchers?

  • Guarantee data accuracy and reliability
  • Save time and provide larger databases (correct)
  • Minimize the need for primary research
  • Ensure data quality and originality

What are examples of secondary data sources mentioned in the text?

  • Published sources, online databases, government records (correct)
  • Personal diaries, letters, memoirs
  • Interviews, surveys, experiments
  • Scientific journals, conference proceedings, patents

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Secondary Data

Existing data collected by others for a different purpose.

Secondary Data Analysis

Using previously collected data to answer new research questions.

Research Time Savings

Secondary data reduces the time needed to collect information.

Large Databases

Secondary data often comes from big data sources.

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Published Sources

Examples of secondary data sources: journals, articles, books.

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Online Databases

Collections of data accessible electronically.

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Government Records

Data collected by government agencies.

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Secondary Data Benefits

Time saving and larger data collections are advantages for researchers.

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Secondary Data Uses

Researchers use secondary data to answer specific research questions.

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Existing Data

Data already collected and available for use.

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