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| Question | Answer |
| Define Data | Set of raw facts and figures that have not been processed by a computer. E.g. data from surveys. |
| Define information | Data being processed by a computer which gives it meaning. E.g. sorting something into a order. |
| Define Knowledge | Applying rules to information. |
| State 2 benefits of encoding data | 1. Less storage space is needed, more data can be stored. 2. Saves staff time, therefore money. As less time is spent keying in the data. |
| Problem with encoding data | VALUE JUDGEMENT and SUBJECTIVE OPINION. When relying on value judgement it could lead to less accurate data as people have different opinions. E.g. height sizes S, M, T |
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