Practice Methods Of Data Collection (3.4) - Statistics

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Question 1.
What is the survey method?
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Think about the ways data is collected from many people.
Question 2.
Name one benefit of conducting an interview.
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Consider how personal interaction can lead to deeper discussion.
3Question 3.
Which of the following is a direct method of data collection?
- Observation
- Survey
- Both
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Focus on how each method interacts with subjects.
4Question 4.
True or False: The observational method involves direct interaction with subjects.
- True
- False
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Consider the definition of observation and its characteristics.
Question 5.
Design a research study where you would use both direct and indirect methods of data collection and explain how they complement each other.
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Think about how each method can inform and enhance understanding of the data.
Question 6.
Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of survey versus observational methods in terms of data quality and detail.
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Consider what type of information each method reveals.

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