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Give an example of primary data that could be collected during a geographical enquiry and explain why it is considered primary.
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Section B: Fieldwork
Question
Give an example of primary data that could be collected during a geographical enquiry and explain why it is considered primary.
Answer
An example of primary data is a survey conducted by the researcher to gather opinions from local residents about environmental changes. This is considered primary data because it is collected directly from the source for the specific enquiry.
Explanation
This question assesses the student's understanding of primary data collection methods and their ability to apply this knowledge to a practical example. It encourages students to think critically about data sources in their fieldwork.
Common mistake
Confusing Primary and Secondary Data
Students often mix up primary data with secondary data, thinking that both types of data can be collected in the same way.
To fix this, remember that primary data is collected firsthand through fieldwork, while secondary data is information gathered from existing sources like books or articles.
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