Question detail
What does accuracy in data collection refer to?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Numerical skills
Question
- A. The consistency of repeated measurements
- B. The closeness of measurements to the true value
- C. The total number of measurements taken
- D. The method used to collect data
Answer
The correct answer is The closeness of measurements to the true value.
Explanation
The correct option is The closeness of measurements to the true value. The closeness of measurements to the true value is correct because it directly matches the approved learning objective to collect data with understanding of accuracy, sample size, procedures, control groups and reliability. This belongs to Numerical skills within Numerical skills, so the answer must stay focused on the geographical process, evidence, place, or impact named by the curriculum. The other options are weaker because they move away from Numerical skills, reverse the geographical relationship, or make a broader claim than the objective supports.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Sample Size Importance
Students often believe that a larger sample size does not significantly affect the reliability of data collection.
Emphasize that a larger sample size generally increases the reliability of results by reducing the impact of anomalies and providing a more accurate representation of the population.
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