Data Analytics Quiz: Questions And Answers

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    Which of the following is/are the correct types of data?

    • Semi-structured Data
    • Unstructured Data
    • Semi Data
    • Both a & b
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What do you know about data analytics? Could you pass this quiz? Data analytics is the framework for the organization’s data. Their main objective is to extract information from a disparate source and examine, clean, and model the data to determine useful information that the business may need. It helps organizations to regulate their data and utilize it to identify new opportunities. Take this quiz and put your expertise in data analytics to the test.

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  • 2. 

    The branch of data mining concerned with the prediction of future probabilities and trends. 

    • In-memory Analytics

    • Predictive Analytics

    • Behavioral Analytics

    • Big Data Analytics

    Correct Answer
    A. Predictive Analytics
    Explanation
    Predictive analytics is the correct answer because it specifically deals with the prediction of future probabilities and trends. It involves the use of statistical algorithms and machine learning techniques to analyze historical data and make predictions about future events or outcomes. This branch of data mining focuses on identifying patterns and trends in data to forecast future behavior, allowing businesses to make informed decisions and take proactive actions.

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  • 3. 

    A voluminous amount of structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data that has the potential to be mined for information.

    • Small Data

    • Meta Data

    • Statistical Data

    • Big Data

    Correct Answer
    A. Big Data
    Explanation
    Big Data refers to a large amount of structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data that has the potential to be analyzed and extracted for valuable insights. This term is used to describe datasets that are too large and complex to be processed by traditional data processing applications. Big Data often includes information from various sources such as social media, sensors, and online transactions. By analyzing Big Data, organizations can gain valuable insights, make data-driven decisions, and discover patterns and trends that can lead to innovation and improved business strategies.

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  • 4. 

    An approach to querying data when it resides in a computer’s random access memory (RAM), as opposed to querying data that is stored on physical disks. 

    • Deep Analytics

    • Data Visualisation

    • In-memory Analytics

    • Data Analytics

    Correct Answer
    A. In-memory Analytics
    Explanation
    In-memory analytics refers to the approach of querying data that is stored in a computer's random access memory (RAM) instead of physical disks. This approach allows for faster and more efficient data retrieval and analysis as accessing data from RAM is much quicker than accessing it from disks. By keeping the data in memory, in-memory analytics enables real-time analysis and faster decision-making, making it suitable for applications that require quick and interactive data processing.

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  • 5. 

    The science of examining raw data with the purpose of drawing conclusions about that information.

    • Data Analytics

    • In-memory Analytics

    • Descriptive Analytics

    • Predictive Analytics

    Correct Answer
    A. Data Analytics
    Explanation
    Data analytics is the science of examining raw data to conclude that information. It involves the use of various techniques and tools to analyze and interpret data to uncover patterns, trends, and insights. By analyzing data, organizations can make informed decisions, identify areas for improvement, and gain a competitive advantage. Data analytics encompasses different types of analytics, such as descriptive analytics, predictive analytics, and prescriptive analytics, each serving a specific purpose in extracting meaningful information from data.

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  • 6. 

    What does SAAS stand for?

    • System Aerosurface Actuator Simulation

    • Systems as a Service

    • Software acting as Service

    • Software as a Service

    Correct Answer
    A. Software as a Service
    Explanation
    SAAS stands for Software as a Service. This model allows users to access software applications over the internet on a subscription basis, rather than having to install and maintain the software on their own computers or servers. With SAAS, the software is hosted and managed by the provider, and users can access it through a web browser. This approach offers convenience, scalability, and cost-effectiveness, as users can easily access and use the software from any device with an internet connection.

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  • 7. 

    Where did Hadoop get its name from?

    • A fictional character from literature

    • Toy elephant

    • It’s an acronym

    • It's a synonym of Data

    Correct Answer
    A. Toy elephant
    Explanation
    One of the lead developers, Doug Cutting, had a son with a toy elephant named Hadoop.

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  • 8. 

    A free, Java-based programming framework that supports the processing of large data sets in a distributed computing environment.

    • Hadoop

    • Python

    • R

    • Apache Groovy

    Correct Answer
    A. Hadoop
    Explanation
    Hadoop is a free, Java-based programming framework that supports the processing of large data sets in a distributed computing environment. It is designed to handle big data processing and storage across a cluster of computers, providing scalability and fault tolerance. Hadoop uses a distributed file system (HDFS) and a processing framework (MapReduce) to efficiently process and analyze large volumes of data. It is widely used in the industry for big data analytics and is known for its ability to handle massive amounts of data in parallel.

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  • 9. 

    Leading analyst firm Gartner defines Big Data from three aspects, all starting with the letter V. Which of these are not a part of their consideration of big data?

    • Value

    • Volume

    • Variety

    • Velocity

    Correct Answer
    A. Value
    Explanation
    While some consider valuing a key proposition to big data, Gartner does not consider it one of the core concepts that define big data.

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  • 10. 

    A method of storing data within a system that facilitates the collocation of data in various schemata and structural forms.

    • Data Visualisation

    • Data Lake

    • Big Data Management

    • Deep Analytics

    Correct Answer
    A. Data Lake
    Explanation
    A data lake is a method of storing data within a system that allows for the collocation of data in various schemata and structural forms. It is a centralized repository that stores raw, unprocessed data from different sources, such as databases, applications, and IoT devices. Data lakes enable organizations to store large volumes of data in its native format, without the need for upfront data modeling or transformation. This flexibility allows for more efficient data analysis and enables data scientists to explore and extract insights from diverse data sets.

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  • 11. 

    According to a Jaspersoft Survey, what is the most popular big data store?

    • Relational Databases

    • Hadoop HDFS

    • Hadoop HDFS

    • MongoDB

    Correct Answer
    A. Relational Databases
    Explanation
    The correct answer is A. Relational Databases. According to a Jaspersoft survey conducted in 2012, relational databases were the most popular big data store, with 56% of respondents using them, while MongoDB and Hadoop HDFS tied as the second most popular data stores, with 18% each. Relational databases are data stores that use a structured and predefined schema to organize data into tables, rows, and columns. They are widely used for transactional and analytical purposes, as they offer high performance, reliability, consistency, and security.

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  • 12. 

    ___________ Analysis is used to analyze a system in terms of its requirements to identify its impact on customers’ satisfaction. Fill in the blank.

    • Kano

    • Paretto

    • RootCause

    • Impact

    Correct Answer
    A. Kano
    Explanation
    The Kano analysis is used to analyze a system in terms of its requirements and identify its impact on customers' satisfaction. This analysis helps to categorize customer preferences into different types: basic requirements, performance requirements, and excitement requirements. By understanding these different types of requirements, businesses can prioritize their efforts and focus on delivering features and functionalities that will truly satisfy their customers.

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  • 13. 

    Last summer, Splunk announced a new product to search, access and report on Hadoop data sets. What is this product called?

    • Splunk Storm

    • Splunk Cloud

    • Hunk

    • MongoDB

    Correct Answer
    A. Hunk
    Explanation
    Hunk is also known as Splunk Analytics for Hadoop.

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  • 14. 

    According to a study conducted by IBM, what is the largest single source where data is gathered?

    • Email

    • Social Media

    • Business Transactions

    • Log Data

    Correct Answer
    A. Business Transactions
    Explanation
    According to IBM, 90% of organizations gather data on this subject – more than any other. Social Media is the lowest on this list, coming in at 39%

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  • 15. 

    What is the name of the programming framework originally developed by Google that supports the development of applications for processing large data sets in a distributed computing environment?

    • Hive

    • Zookeeper

    • Hadoop

    • MapReduce

    Correct Answer
    A. MapReduce
    Explanation
    MapReduce is a programming framework originally developed by Google that supports the development of applications for processing large data sets in a distributed computing environment. It allows for parallel and distributed processing of data across a cluster of computers, making it efficient for handling big data. Hive is a data warehouse infrastructure, Zookeeper is a coordination service, and Hadoop is an open-source framework that includes MapReduce as one of its components.

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Godwin Iheuwa |MS (Computer Science) |
Database Administrator
Godwin Iheuwa, a Database Administrator at MTN Nigeria, holds an MS in Computer Science, specializing in Agile Methodologies and Database Administration from the University of Bedfordshire and a Bachelor's in Computer Science from the University of Port Harcourt. His proficiency in SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and SQL Server Management Studio contributes to his expertise in database management.

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