Which statement accurately describes how scientists collect data

A) The method used to collect data depends on the desired data.

B) The method used to collect data depends on the scientist's language.

C) More complex devices are always better for collecting data.

D) Simple devices are always better for collecting data.

Question

Rodolfo

Biology

23 August, 00:55

Which statement accurately describes how scientists collect data

A) The method used to collect data depends on the desired data.

B) The method used to collect data depends on the scientist's language.

C) More complex devices are always better for collecting data.

D) Simple devices are always better for collecting data.

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Answers (2)

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Corinne Dunlap · Answer 1

The method used to collect data depends on the desired data.

Explanation:

this is the answer I took the course on ed2020 and this choice was the third one down (c)

Cayden White · Answer 2

The statement which accurately describes how scientists collect data is

A) The method used to collect data depends on the desired data.

Explanation:

The collection of data is the most essential step in the process of research. The value, authenticity, and evaluation of a research or project will most importantly depend on the qualitative as well as quantitative methods of data collection that we have used.

While collecting data, the scientist has to keep in mind the purpose of his/her research, the most appropriate and reliable methods for data collection as well as the advantages and limitations of a certain method. Hence, the data collection method for any type of data depends on our purpose behind that research and is designed according to it.