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Geographical Skills and Investigations
Quick questions on Fieldwork and data collection explained: N(A)-Level Geography skills
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What is choosing a sampling method?Show answer
It is rarely possible to measure everything, so you take a sample. The three common methods are:
What is collecting reliable data?Show answer
Data is only useful if it is collected carefully. Use a prepared recording sheet such as a tally chart or a table so nothing is forgotten. Keep conditions the same when comparing (same length of time, same spot) so the comparison is fair. Repeat readings where possible to reduce the effect of a one-off result, and note the date, time and place so the data can be understood and repeated later.
What are not recording details?Show answer
Without the date, time and place, data cannot be checked or repeated, which weakens the investigation.
What is q1?Show answer
Write a testable hypothesis for the question "Is the park busier on weekends than on weekdays?" [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
State one advantage of using systematic sampling. [1 mark]
What is q3?Show answer
Explain one way to make a people count more reliable. [2 marks]
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