Question

_____ is collected by outside organizations such as federal and state governments, trade associations, nonprofit organizations, marketing research services, or academic researchers.

A.

Internal primary data



B.

Internal secondary data



C.

External secondary data



D.

External primary data



E.

Internal tertiary data

Answer 1

Answer: External secondary data

Step-by-step explanation:

External secondary data are data gathered and saved by someone or a body that is not part of one's organization. Sources of External secondary data includes published materials, computerised databases and syndicated services.

Note that how difficult or easier it will be getting a secondary data will depend on the methods used in storing and indexing it.