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This preparatory test is a standard one for budding Ab Initio developers. This test will help assess takers' proficiency in the use of Ab Initio.

Questions and Answers

1.

What does 'Ab Initio' means
- A.
  
  Business in the beginning
- B.
  
  From the beginning
- C.
  
  Work in the beginning
- D.
  
  In the beginning
Correct Answer
B. From the beginning

Explanation
'Ab Initio' is a Latin term that translates to "from the beginning." It is commonly used in various fields to indicate something that is done or considered from the start or the initial stages. In the context of the given options, "From the beginning" is the correct interpretation of 'Ab Initio.' This phrase suggests that something is being referred to or analyzed from its earliest point or inception.

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2.

The Ab Initio software contains how many data processing products?
- A.
  
  3
- B.
  
  4
- C.
  
  5
- D.
  
  6
Correct Answer
D. 6

Explanation
The Ab Initio software contains six data processing products.

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3.

Concerning Ab Initio data processing products , which of these is odd?
- A.
  
  Enterprise Meta Environment
- B.
  
  Component Library
- C.
  
  Graphical Development Environment
- D.
  
  Data Express
Correct Answer
D. Data Express

Explanation
The odd one out in this list is "Data Express" because it is not a part of the Ab Initio data processing products. The other options, namely "Enterprise Meta Environment," "Component Library," and "Graphical Development Environment," are all components or tools that are commonly associated with Ab Initio data processing products.

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4.

Which of the following is not a component of Ab Initio?
- A.
  
  EME
- B.
  
  Data profiler
- C.
  
  Meta abstracts management
- D.
  
  Cooperation system
Correct Answer
C. Meta abstracts management

Explanation
Meta abstracts management is not a component of Ab Initio. Ab Initio is a data integration and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) tool that consists of several components such as EME (Enterprise Meta Environment), Data profiler, and Cooperation system. However, Meta abstracts management is not one of these components.

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5.

Concerning the enterprise meta environment which of these is odd?
- A.
  
  Impact analysis
- B.
  
  Documentation tools
- C.
  
  Run history tracking
- D.
  
  Continuous flow
Correct Answer
D. Continuous flow

Explanation
The odd one out in this list is "Continuous flow." While the other options are related to managing and documenting the enterprise meta environment, continuous flow does not directly fit into this category. It is more commonly associated with manufacturing or process management, where it refers to a steady and uninterrupted movement of materials or information.

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6.

The Ab Initio Software was founded in
- A.
  
  1994
- B.
  
  1993
- C.
  
  1992
- D.
  
  1995
Correct Answer
D. 1995

Explanation
The correct answer is 1995. This is the year in which the Ab Initio Software was founded.

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7.

In which of the is Ab Initio products not used?
- A.
  
  Complex events
- B.
  
  Batch processing
- C.
  
  Software testing
- D.
  
  Data processing
Correct Answer
C. Software testing

Explanation
Ab Initio products are not used in software testing. Ab Initio is a software company that specializes in data processing, batch processing, and complex events. Their products are designed to handle large volumes of data and perform various data processing tasks. However, software testing is a separate field that focuses on identifying and resolving bugs or issues in software applications. While data processing and batch processing may be involved in software testing, Ab Initio products are not specifically designed or used for this purpose.

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8.

The Ab Initio code is called
- A.
  
  Graph
- B.
  
  Extension
- C.
  
  Environment
- D.
  
  System
Correct Answer
A. Graph

Explanation
Ab Initio is a data integration and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) tool that is used for processing and analyzing large volumes of data. In Ab Initio, a code is typically referred to as a "Graph" which represents a data flow or a process that is designed using Ab Initio's graphical interface. The other options mentioned (Extension, Environment, System) do not accurately represent the code in Ab Initio. Therefore, the correct answer is "Graph".

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9.

The multi-file system is meant for
- A.
  
  UNIX file system
- B.
  
  Parallelism
- C.
  
  Database
- D.
  
  Run button
Correct Answer
B. Parallelism

Explanation
The multi-file system is meant for parallelism. This means that it is designed to allow multiple files or tasks to be processed simultaneously, improving efficiency and reducing the time required for execution. This can be particularly useful in situations where there are multiple users or processes accessing and manipulating files concurrently. By utilizing parallelism, the multi-file system can optimize resource allocation, distribute workloads, and enhance overall system performance.

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10.

The Ab Initio software was founded by who?
- A.
  
  Sheryl Grand
- B.
  
  Stuart Chef
- C.
  
  Cook James
- D.
  
  Sheryl Handler
Correct Answer
D. Sheryl Handler

Explanation
Sheryl Handler is the correct answer because she is the founder of the Ab Initio software.

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