Secondary data analysis involves:
A) analysis of official statistics by social scientists
B) analysis of existing data that was collected for other purposes
C) content analysis of media messages
D) all of the above

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Secondary data analysis refers to the analysis of existing data that was collected for other purposes. This can include official statistics that were collected by social scientists or other sources, as well as media messages that have already been produced. While content analysis of media messages and analysis of official statistics may be included as types of secondary data analysis, they are not the only forms of this approach.

Secondary Data Analysis Involves