Information that already exists and was collected for a different purpose is known as:

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Secondary data is information that has already been collected for a different purpose and can be used by the researcher for their own study. Primary data is collected specifically for the researcher's study, while syndicated data and commercial research are types of information that have been specifically commissioned or purchased by a company or organization. Publicly available data can be either primary or secondary, but the distinguishing factor is that secondary data has already been collected and exists prior to the researcher's study.

Information That Already Exists and Was Collected for a Different