Which of the following best describes primary data?
A) Data collected specifically for the research problem under investigation
B) Data that has previously been collected for other purposes but can be used for the problem at hand
C) Data collected through business and industry publications
D) Data collected through government reports or syndicated data providers

Question

Which of the following best describes primary data? 
A) Data collected specifically for the research problem under investigation
B) Data that has previously been collected for other purposes but can be used for the problem at hand
C) Data collected through business and industry publications
D) Data collected through government reports or syndicated data providers

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Primary data are data collected specifically for the research problem under investigation; secondary data are those that have previously been collected for other purposes but can be used for the problem at hand.

Which of the Following Best Describes Primary Data