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Mathematics 7
Fourth Quarter
Week 2
Lesson: Data Collection
MELC: Gathers statistical data. (M7SP – IVb – 1)

Key Concepts

• Statistical data is the mathematical sequence with the citation, analysis,

and interpretation of objects included in the sample drawn from
population.

Kinds of Data

1. Ungrouped Data
Data which have been arranged in a systematic order are called raw data.
2. Grouped Data
Data presented in the form of a frequency distribution.
• Data collection is defined as the procedure of collecting, measuring, and
analyzing accurate insights for research using standard validated
techniques. A researcher can evaluate their hypothesis based on collected
data. In most cases, data collection is the primary and most important
step for research, irrespective of the field of research. The approach of
data collection is different for different fields of study, depending on the
required information.
• Data collection is an important aspect of research. Let us consider an
example of a mobile manufacturer, company X, which is launching a new
product variant. To conduct research about features, price range, target
market, competitor analysis etc. data must be collected from appropriate
sources. The marketing team can conduct various data collection
activities such as online surveys or focus groups.
• The survey should have all the right questions about features and pricing
such as “What are the top 3 features expected from an upcoming
product?” or “How much are your likely to spend on this product?” or
“Which competitors provide similar products?” etc.

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Types of Data
There are two types (sources) for the collection of data:
1. Primary Data
• Primary data are the firsthand information which is collected, compiled,
and published by organizations for some purpose. They are the most
original data in character and have not undergone any sort of statistical
treatment.
Example: Grades of Grade 7 students of Pascual Catajay Linao NHS in
First Quarter.
2. Secondary Data
• The secondary data are the secondhand information which is already
collected by an organization for some purpose and are available for the
present study. Secondary data are not pure in character and have
undergone some treatment at least once.
Example: Income of every family in barangay Linao.
Ways of Collecting Data
Essentially there are four choices for data collection – in-person
interviews, mail, phone and online. There are pros and cons to each of
these modes.
• In-Person Interviews
Pros: In-depth and a high degree of confidence on the data
Cons: Time consuming, expensive and can be dismissed as anecdotal
• Mail Surveys
Pros: Can reach anyone and everyone – no barrier
Cons: Expensive, data collection errors, lag time
• Phone Surveys
Pros: High degree of confidence in the data collected, reach almost anyone
Cons: Expensive, cannot self-administer, need to hire an agency
• Web/Online Surveys
Pros: Cheap, can self-administer, very low probability of data errors
Cons: Not all your customers might have an email address/be on the
internet, customers may be wary of divulging information online.

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Activity 1
Directions: Gather the ages of all the members of your household.
1. How many are males? ______________
2. How many are females? _____________
3. What age is youngest of all members? ______________
4. What age is the oldest? _____________
5. How many members of your household have age between 10 – 20 years old?
____________

Activity 2
Directions: Below are the names of Grade 7 students of ABCNHS with their corresponding
ages. Gather the following information:

Name of
Age
Students
Angel 13

Bell Ricky 13
Dexter 15
Ethel 13

Ezekai 14

Gats 14

Guston 14
Kairi 14
Kim 13
Layleen 12
Mia 12

Nina 12

Rafael 16

Rod Ger 14

Stefanny 13

Guide Questions
1. How students have age between 12 and 14? _______________________________
2. How many 14-year-old grade 7 students are there? _________________________
3. How many students have age of 12? _______________________________________
4. Who is/are the oldest of them all? __________________________________________
5. Who is/are the youngest of them all? ________________________________
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Answer Key

Activity 1 Activity 2
Answers may vary. 1. 5 students
2. 5 students
3. 3 students
4. Rafael
5. Layleen, Mia, and Nina

References

https://www.emathzone.com/tutorials/basic-statistics/collection-of-statistical-data.html
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.questionpro.com/blog/data-collection/amp/

Prepared by:
Jurry M. Fadri

Quality Assured:
Jonas F. Merano

Reviewed by:
Christopher M. Madeja
John Rey G. Inmenzo

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