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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is NOT considered external data?
A
Customer comments
B
Computerized databases
C
Published materials
D
Syndicated services
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The methods used may include telephone, mail, Internet, or panel surveys; customer interviews; focus groups; audience testing; usability testing; or any combination of these methods.

Detailed explanation-2: -What Is External Data? External data is information that originates outside the company and is readily available to the public. External data is used to help a company develop a better understanding of the world in which they are operating.

Detailed explanation-3: -Some external sources include: Government sources, such as the U.S. Census Bureau. Corporate filings, such as annual reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Trade, business and professional associations.

Detailed explanation-4: -The main sources of external secondary sources are (1) government (federal, state and local) (2) trade associations (3) commercial services (4) national and international institutions.

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