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When is a secondary source more helpful than a primary source?

A. When you want to know the exact data values
B. When you do not need to know the conclusion of the experiment
C. When you do not need many details about the experiment
D. When you are an expert in the field being studied in the experiment

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Answer:

I think the answer is C.

Step-by-step explanation:

A primary source is a first hand account of an event while a secondary source is a retelling or second hand account meaning as many details will be prevalent.

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