what is collection of data ?

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Collection of data is:
1. The first important aspect of statistical survey.
2. Data information which can be expressed in numbers.
3. Two sources of data that are primary & secondary data and
Primary Data:  These data are collected by investigator himself   
Secondary data – Data collected by someone and used by the investigator.

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Data collection is the process of gathering and measuring information on  variables in an established and systematic manner. It is the first and most important step of statistical survey. Collected data can be of two types:
  • Primary: Data which is collected by the researcher there and then.
  • Secondary: Data which is already collected by someone else and is being used in the research.
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