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Questions Related to collecting data

Statistical survey is a scientific process of ___________.

  1. collection of data

  2. collection and analysis of data

  3. analysis of data

  4. collection and analysis of numerical data


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Statistical survey is a scientific process of collection and analysis of numerical data. It helps to examine and analyse the characteristics of a given population. Proper statistical methodology is used to conduct statistical survey.

Which one of the following objectives is not the objective of secondary data collection?

  1. Identify the problem

  2. Test the hyptothesis of the relevant present problem

  3. Defining the problem

  4. Interpret primary data more insightfully


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Secondary data collection are data which have already been collected for the purpose other than problem at hand. These data can be located for purposes quickly and inexpensively. 

Test the hyptothesis of the relevant present problem is not an objective of secondary data collection.