Question types

Collection of data question types

36 questions across 4 question groups — pick any mix to generate a Statistics paper with step-by-step answer keys.

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Collection of data questions

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Q 1MCQ1 Mark
Which of the following statements is true for an ideal questionnaire?
  • A
    There should be large number of questions,
  • B
    Answers to the questions should require calculations
  • C
    Questions regarding personal life should be included
  • There should be simple and short questions.

Answer: D.

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Q 2MCQ1 Mark
Which method is generally used by the inquiry agencies of government to collect information?
  • A
    Inquiry by telephone
  • Indirect inquiry
  • C
    Inquiry by newspapers
  • D
    Inquiry by post

Answer: B.

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Q 3MCQ1 Mark
What is the appropriate method of collecting primary data when the field of inquiry is limited?
  • Direct inquiry
  • B
    Indirect inquiry
  • C
    Inquiry by telephone
  • D
    Inquiry by post

Answer: A.

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Q 4MCQ1 Mark
Which of the following statements is true for secondary data?
  • A
    Secondary data are collected for the first time.
  • B
    Secondary data are more reliable than primary data.
  • Secondary data are taken from primary data.
  • D
    More money, time and energy is required to collect secondary data.

Answer: C.

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Q 5MCQ1 Mark
Which of the following statements is true for primary data ?
  • A
    It is in the classified form.
  • Its collection requires more money, time and energy.
  • C
    Money, time and energy can be saved in its collection.
  • D
    It is less reliable than the secondary data.

Answer: B.

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