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ZIMSEC A-Level Economics

1.1Research techniques in economics

Research techniques in economics in ZIMSEC A-Level Economics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 1.1.1Explain the methods of collecting economic data: interviews, questionnaires, surveys, observation, sampling and experiments.
  2. 1.1.2Compare and contrast the methods and state the strengths and weaknesses of each.
  3. 1.1.3Draft a short questionnaire for a simple economic enquiry.

Lessons

  • Collecting economic data: primary and secondary research methods

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Research techniques in economics: sample question

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A researcher wants to know why traders in a market prefer to be paid by mobile money. Which technique is most suitable for finding reasons in detail?

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