Primary vs Secondary Data Flashcards
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1
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What is Primary Data and Advantage and Disadvantage
A
Definition:
Data collected firsthand by the researcher for a specific purpose.
✅ Advantage:
High relevance and accuracy – tailored to your project needs.
❌ Disadvantage:
Time-consuming and costly to collect.
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Secondary Data, what is it and Advantage and Disadvantage
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Data collected by someone else for a different purpose, but reused.
✅ Advantage:
Quick and low-cost – readily available for use.
❌ Disadvantage:
May be outdated or irrelevant to your specific project.