Which of the following statements are TRUE about the problems that commonly arise with secondary data?
A)They are never available when you need it.
B)They do not completely fit the problem.
C)They are too expensive to collect and they are never available when you need it.
D)They are not totally accurate.
E)They do not completely fit the problem and they are not totally accurate.

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Common problems with secondary data include that it may not completely fit the problem and may not be totally accurate. Secondary data can be obtained at a lower cost than primary data, but it may require thorough evaluation to ensure validity for the research problem. The statement that secondary data is never available when you need it is not true as secondary data sources can be accessed through databases, archives, and other sources. The statement that secondary data is too expensive to collect is also not true as it refers to the cost of primary data collection.

Which of the Following Statements Are TRUE About the Problems