5.5 - Data Collection Methods
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary purpose of observation in data collection?
💡 Hint: Think about the act of watching something closely.
Name one method of data collection that involves asking questions.
💡 Hint: These methods involve direct communication with participants.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What method involves watching and recording events?
💡 Hint: Think about how you gather data just by observing.
True or False: Automated data collection requires a lot of manual input.
💡 Hint: Consider what 'automated' means.
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Challenge Problems
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Consider a retail company that wants to improve customer satisfaction. How would you propose using observation, interviews, and automated data collection to achieve this goal?
💡 Hint: Think of how each method can provide insights into customer experiences.
You’re tasked with gathering data on a city's public transport efficiency. Describe how you would use each of the three data collection methods to provide comprehensive insights.
💡 Hint: Remember to integrate quantitative surveys with qualitative interviews to paint a complete picture.
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