Cognos Assessment Basic Test! Trivia Quiz
This quiz will help assess the baseline knowledge of the Cognos tool.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
How many charts are on the Performance Dashboard?
- A.
1
- B.
2
- C.
6
- D.
8
Correct Answer
C. 6Explanation
The Performance Dashboard contains a total of six charts.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The Cognos sales reports can be sorted by which of the following:
- A.
Current year cases
- B.
Current year EBITDA
- C.
All of the above
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. All of the aboveExplanation
The Cognos sales reports can be sorted by both current year cases and current year EBITDA. This means that users have the option to arrange the sales reports based on either the number of current year cases or the current year EBITDA. Both options are available for sorting the reports, providing flexibility and allowing users to analyze the data from different perspectives.Rate this question:
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- 3.
True or False, More than 1 category can be chosen on the filter page of a Cognos Sales Report.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement is true because on the filter page of a Cognos Sales Report, it is possible to select more than one category. This allows users to filter the report data based on multiple categories simultaneously, providing a more comprehensive and refined analysis of the sales data.Rate this question:
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- 4.
True or False, Current year cases can be compared to both prior year cases and quota cases on the Cognos Sales Reports.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The current year cases can be compared to both prior year cases and quota cases on the Cognos Sales Reports. This means that the Cognos Sales Reports provide data on current year cases and allow for a comparison with both prior year cases and quota cases.Rate this question:
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- 5.
True or False, The "percent of quota" can be determined for each comp class for the CURRENT QUARTER on the Performance Dashboard.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The "percent of quota" can be determined for each comp class for the CURRENT QUARTER on the Performance Dashboard. This means that it is possible to calculate the percentage of the quota achieved for each comp class in the current quarter using the data provided on the Performance Dashboard.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The "green lights" on the Comp Class Performance Scorecard indicate that the current year performance is:
- A.
5% better than quota
- B.
5% better than last year
- C.
10% better than quota
- D.
Equal to or better than prior year
Correct Answer
B. 5% better than last yearExplanation
The "green lights" on the Comp Class Performance Scorecard indicate that the current year performance is 5% better than last year. This means that the performance in the current year has improved by 5% compared to the previous year.Rate this question:
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- 7.
True or False, Cognos reports can be saved as PDF files on your computer.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Cognos reports can be saved as PDF files on your computer. This means that users can export their reports in PDF format, allowing for easy sharing, printing, and viewing of the reports offline. This feature enhances the flexibility and accessibility of Cognos reports, as users can access and utilize the reports even without an internet connection. Saving reports as PDF files also ensures that the formatting and layout of the reports remain intact, providing a professional and consistent presentation of the data.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Cognos sales reports are upated with the latest months results on what business day of the following month?
- A.
1
- B.
3
- C.
5
- D.
10
Correct Answer
B. 3Explanation
Cognos sales reports are updated with the latest month's results on the 3rd business day of the following month.Rate this question:
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- 9.
On what business day of the following month are the official EBITDA results updated in Cognos?
- A.
1
- B.
3
- C.
5
- D.
10
Correct Answer
D. 10Explanation
The official EBITDA results are updated on the 10th business day of the following month in Cognos.Rate this question:
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