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Who collected the data?

Who collected the data?

Decision flowchart showing that data collected first-hand for your own study is primary, while data collected earlier by someone else is secondary

Primary data is collected first-hand by a researcher for their own study. Examples include running an experiment, distributing a questionnaire, or observing and recording behaviour.

11.2.4 Primary and secondary data Lesson

  1. GCSE
  2. /Psychology
  3. /11.2.4 Primary and secondary data

Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel GCSE Psychology 11.2.4 Primary and secondary data. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Start with the more concrete compulsory topics like memory and development before tackling evaluation-heavy optional topics and research methods.

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