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Essbase is an online server that provides an environment for developing custom analytic and enterprise performance management applications. How much do you know about its history, author and the software? Take this quiz to find out.

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1.

Essbase is a name derived from _____
- A.
  
  Extended spreadsheet database
- B.
  
  Evaluate spreadsheet database
- C.
  
  Essential spreadsheet database
- D.
  
  Evaluate spreadsheet data
Correct Answer
A. Extended spreadsheet database

Explanation
Essbase is a name derived from "Extended spreadsheet database" because it is a multidimensional database management system that extends the functionality of spreadsheets. It allows users to analyze and manipulate data from multiple dimensions, providing advanced calculations, data aggregation, and reporting capabilities. The name "Extended spreadsheet database" accurately reflects the enhanced capabilities of Essbase beyond traditional spreadsheets.

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2.

_____ is the original author of Essbase
- A.
  
  Arbor Software Corporation
- B.
  
  Hyperion Software
- C.
  
  Oracle Corporation
- D.
  
  Google
Correct Answer
A. Arbor Software Corporation

Explanation
Arbor Software Corporation is the correct answer because it was the original author of Essbase. Essbase is a multidimensional database management system that was first developed by Arbor Software Corporation in the late 1980s. The company later merged with Hyperion Software, which was subsequently acquired by Oracle Corporation. Therefore, Arbor Software Corporation can be credited as the original author of Essbase.

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3.

In what year was the stable release of Essbase?
- A.
  
  2016
- B.
  
  200
- C.
  
  2012
- D.
  
  2010
Correct Answer
A. 2016

Explanation
The stable release of Essbase occurred in the year 2016.

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4.

Who coined the term "On-line analytical processing (OLAP) in a white paper?
- A.
  
  E. F. Codd
- B.
  
  Ryan Dahl
- C.
  
  Isaac Schlueter
- D.
  
  Steve Jobs
Correct Answer
A. E. F. Codd

Explanation
E. F. Codd is credited with coining the term "On-line analytical processing (OLAP) in a white paper."

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5.

Hyperion tried to give Essbase the official name Hyperion System 9 Bit Analytic Services in _____
- A.
  
  2005
- B.
  
  2008
- C.
  
  2012
- D.
  
  2002
Correct Answer
A. 2005

Explanation
In 2005, Hyperion attempted to officially rename Essbase as Hyperion System 9 Bit Analytic Services. This suggests that the company wanted to rebrand and emphasize the analytical capabilities of Essbase within their System 9 suite of products.

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6.

Essbase was originally developed to address the scalability issues associated with _____
- A.
  
  Spreadsheets
- B.
  
  Word Processors
- C.
  
  Slide Documents
- D.
  
  PDF Files
Correct Answer
A. Spreadsheets

Explanation
Essbase was originally developed to address the scalability issues associated with spreadsheets. Spreadsheets are commonly used for financial analysis and reporting, but they can become slow and inefficient when dealing with large amounts of data. Essbase, a multidimensional database management system, was created to improve the performance and scalability of financial modeling and analysis processes. It allows for faster data retrieval, complex calculations, and better data organization, making it a more efficient solution for handling large datasets compared to traditional spreadsheets.

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7.

Which calculation method in Essbase uses a formula against each calculated dimension member?
- A.
  
  Stored calculations
- B.
  
  Calculation scripts
- C.
  
  Dimension aggregation
- D.
  
  Dynamic calculation
Correct Answer
A. Stored calculations

Explanation
Stored calculations in Essbase use a formula against each calculated dimension member. This method allows users to define calculations that are stored in the database and can be reused. The stored calculations are applied to each member of the dimension during calculation, ensuring consistent and accurate results. This approach is particularly useful when dealing with complex calculations or when multiple calculations need to be performed on the same dimension.

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8.

Which calculation method in Essbase calculates a result when a user accesses a value addressed by that member and does not store calculated values?
- A.
  
  Dynamic calculation
- B.
  
  Calculation scripts
- C.
  
  Stored calculations
- D.
  
  Dimension aggregation
Correct Answer
A. Dynamic calculation

Explanation
Dynamic calculation is the correct answer because it is a calculation method in Essbase that calculates a result when a user accesses a value addressed by that member and does not store calculated values. Unlike stored calculations, which pre-calculate and store values, dynamic calculation allows for on-demand calculations, providing more flexibility and efficiency in retrieving data. Calculation scripts and dimension aggregation are other methods used in Essbase, but they do not specifically address the requirement of calculating results when a user accesses a value without storing calculated values.

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9.

Which Essbase calculation method uses a procedural programming language specific to the Essbase calculation engine?
- A.
  
  Calculation scripts
- B.
  
  Dimension aggregation
- C.
  
  Stored calculations
- D.
  
  Dynamic calculations
Correct Answer
A. Calculation scripts

Explanation
Calculation scripts are used in Essbase to perform calculations using a procedural programming language specific to the Essbase calculation engine. These scripts allow users to define complex calculations and logic, including mathematical calculations, conditional statements, loops, and data manipulation. Calculation scripts provide a flexible and powerful way to perform calculations in Essbase, making them the correct answer to the question.

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10.

Which Essbase calculation method takes place implicitly through addition or by selectively tagging branches of the hierarchy to be subtracted, multiplied, divided or ignored?
- A.
  
  Dimension aggregation
- B.
  
  Calculation Scripts
- C.
  
  Stored calculations
- D.
  
  Dynamic calculations
Correct Answer
A. Dimension aggregation

Explanation
Dimension aggregation is the correct answer because it is a method in Essbase where calculations take place implicitly through addition or by selectively tagging branches of the hierarchy to be subtracted, multiplied, divided, or ignored. This allows for the consolidation and summarization of data at different levels within a dimension.

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Essbase Software Trivia Quiz

Essbase is a name derived from _____

_____ is the original author of Essbase

In what year was the stable release of Essbase?

Who coined the term "On-line analytical processing (OLAP) in a white paper?

Hyperion tried to give Essbase the official name Hyperion System 9 Bit Analytic Services in _____

Essbase was originally developed to address the scalability issues associated with _____

Which calculation method in Essbase uses a formula against each calculated dimension member?

Which calculation method in Essbase calculates a result when a user accesses a value addressed by that member and does not store calculated values?

Which Essbase calculation method uses a procedural programming language specific to the Essbase calculation engine?

Which Essbase calculation method takes place implicitly through addition or by selectively tagging branches of the hierarchy to be subtracted, multiplied, divided or ignored?