Question

what is the primary purpose of data collection?
a. to inform decision - making processes
b. to make graphs look more interesting
c. to complicate simple processes
d. to fill up databases

Explanation:

Data collection is a process of gathering and measuring information on variables of interest. The main goal of collecting data is to use it to make informed decisions. Graphs are just a way to represent data, complicating processes is not a valid purpose, and filling databases is a by - product rather than the primary goal.

Answer:

A. To inform decision - making processes