Which of the following is an example of primary research?

A.Searching the Internet for nutritious recipes
B. Asking a reference librarian for specific information
C. Calling a dietician for information about a low-carb diet
D. Reading an interview in a professional journal
My answer is (c)
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To determine whether your answer choice (c) is an example of primary research, let's first understand what primary research entails. Primary research involves the collection of first-hand data directly from original sources. This type of research is conducted to obtain new information or gain insights into a specific topic.

In the given options:
A. Searching the Internet for nutritious recipes: This option involves gathering information from existing sources, such as recipe websites. It does not involve collecting new data or conducting original research.
B. Asking a reference librarian for specific information: Similarly, this option involves seeking information from an existing source, the reference librarian, who will provide information from available resources.
C. Calling a dietician for information about a low-carb diet: In this option, when you call a dietician, you are directly obtaining information from an expert in the field. You are gathering new data from an original source. Thus, it can be considered an example of primary research.
D. Reading an interview in a professional journal: This option involves accessing and analyzing information collected by someone else. It is a secondary source of information, not primary research.

Based on this analysis, your answer choice (c) calling a dietician for information about a low-carb diet, is correct as an example of primary research.