DB 1

                     3–4 paragraphs

• Research and describe 5 data collection techniques in your own words. Be sure to cite any sources you used in APA format.
• Answer the following questions:
  • Why is the examination of collected data so important?
  • How are statistics used in the field of criminal justice?
• Post a new topic to the Discussion Board that contains your data collection technique descriptions and your answers to the above questions.