Wrangle Real-World Data: A Medium Difficulty Flashcard Challenge for Teens

Question 1

Data Provenance

Accepted Answer

The documentation of the origin, lineage, and transformations of a dataset.

Question 2

Evaluating for ________ involves checking if a dataset is free from systematically favoring one outcome or group over another.

Accepted Answer

Bias

Question 3

How do you distinguish between primary and secondary data sources in a research context?

Accepted Answer

Primary data is collected firsthand for a specific purpose (e.g., a survey), while secondary data was collected by someone else for a different purpose.

Question 4

True or False: Metadata is 'data about data' that helps in effectively managing and finding information within a database.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 5

The process of ________ data involves organizing it into a structured format to ensure it is secure and accessible to authorized users only.

Accepted Answer

Managing

Question 6

Data Triangulation

Accepted Answer

The use of multiple data sources or methods to verify the accuracy of a single finding.

Question 7

Why is it important to evaluate the 'timeliness' or 'currency' of a dataset before using it?

Accepted Answer

Data can become obsolete; using outdated data for a current problem can lead to inaccurate conclusions and ineffective solutions.

Question 8

True or False: If a data source is labeled as 'Open Data,' you can use it without needing to evaluate its quality or origin.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 9

Data Ethics

Accepted Answer

The branch of ethics that addresses the generation, collection, dissemination, and use of data with a focus on privacy and fairness.

Question 10

What is the primary goal of the 'Find' stage in the data literacy cycle?

Accepted Answer

To identify and acquire relevant datasets from credible sources that align with the specific questions or problems being addressed.

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