A company investigates what types of data it wants to gather and how they plan to collect it. They know a variety of methods can be employed, and each company will select the most cost-effective and secure option that meets their specific needs. If a company would like to purchase data from outside vendors, then which of the following best represents a credible external source a company could use?
A) The Center for Data Integrity
B) The Center for Research in Security Prices
C) The EDGAR Personal Filings Repository
D) The Federal Depository Laboratory Program

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This question requires familiarity with data sources, security, and their relevance as valid and validated data sources. Choice B is correct because it accurately identifies a credible external source that companies get data from as either one-time purchases or on a subscription basis. The remaining choices are incorrect because they either do not exist or there is something close that exists but with a minor error that invalidates the entity.

A Company Investigates What Types of Data It Wants to Gather