Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of Secondary Data

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of secondary data?

• A)Secondary data are not always available for strategy-specific research questions.
• B)Secondary data sources are more limited than sources of primary data.
• C)Secondary data are more expensive to obtain and utilize than primary data.
• D)Secondary data are collected specifically for the research problem under investigation.

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Definitions:

Internal Failure Cost

Expenses incurred when a product fails to reach quality standards before it is delivered to the customer, including scrap and rework costs.

Quality Cost Report

A financial report detailing the costs associated with ensuring products meet quality standards, including prevention, appraisal, and failure costs.

Rework Labor

The effort and cost associated with correcting defective goods or services after they have been produced.

External Failure Cost

Costs incurred when a product or service fails to meet quality standards after being delivered to the customer, including returns, repairs, and warranty claims.