When data is collected from the entire population it is called _____________.

Questionnaire method

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Sampling method

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Census method

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Collective data

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Solution

The correct option is A Census method
When data is collected from the entire population it is called Census method. It includes total count. By this method, more reliable data can be obtained since every item of the whole population is included.

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(A) Distinguish between census method and sampling method.

(B) Distinguish between primary data and secondary data.

When the information is collected from a source, which already has gathered it, such data is called as secondary data.

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