Data Collection Methods

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What is data collection?

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Data collection is the process of gathering information to answer questions or solve problems.

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What is a survey?

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A survey is a method of collecting data by asking people questions.

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What is an observation?

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An observation is a method of collecting data by watching and recording behaviors or events.

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What is a poll?

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A poll is a quick way to collect data by asking a question to a group of people.

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What is a questionnaire?

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A questionnaire is a set of written questions used to gather information from people.

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What do you need for a good graph?

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A good graph needs a title, labels, and categories, and sometimes a key.

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What is the purpose of data collection?

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The purpose of data collection is to gather information that helps us understand a topic or make decisions.

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What is a scientific experiment?

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A scientific experiment is a method of collecting data by testing a hypothesis in a controlled environment.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes qualities or characteristics, while quantitative data involves numbers and measurements.

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What is a sample in data collection?

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A sample is a smaller group selected from a larger population to represent that population.