The accuracy of data refers to how closely the collected information reflects the true state or value it is intended to measure. It is a measure of how reliable and error-free the data is.
Related terms
Sample size: The number of individuals or observations included in a study or survey.
Sampling bias: A systematic error that occurs when certain groups in a population have a higher chance of being included in a sample than others.
Data collection methods: Techniques used to gather information such as surveys, interviews, or experiments.