Evaluating Sources and Data Reliability (OCR GCSE Geography B (Geography for Enquiring Minds)): Quizzes
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Which of these is an example of a primary source in geographical fieldwork?
Which of these is an example of a primary source in geographical fieldwork?
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What is a key strength of using primary sources in geographical investigations?
What is a key strength of using primary sources in geographical investigations?
Data is tailored exactly to your enquiry
Which weakness is associated with secondary sources?
Which weakness is associated with secondary sources?
Information might be out of date
How many key criteria should you use to evaluate geographical sources?
How many key criteria should you use to evaluate geographical sources?
Five criteria
What does the 'Authority' criterion assess when evaluating a source?
What does the 'Authority' criterion assess when evaluating a source?
Who collected the data & their credentials
What does reliability mean in geographical research?
What does reliability mean in geographical research?
Consistency & dependability of data
How does sample size affect the reliability of geographical data?
How does sample size affect the reliability of geographical data?
Larger samples are generally more reliable
Why is method consistency crucial for data reliability?
Why is method consistency crucial for data reliability?
Same technique makes results comparable
Which strategy improves data reliability?
Which strategy improves data reliability?
Take several readings & calculate average
Why should you cross-check primary data with secondary sources?
Why should you cross-check primary data with secondary sources?
To verify findings & identify errors