The document consists of a series of questions and answers related to data management concepts, including types of data, data analytics, and data security. Key topics include the importance of structured and unstructured data, the role of metadata, and various data analysis methods. It also addresses ethical concerns and best practices in data management.
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Summative Data Management
The document consists of a series of questions and answers related to data management concepts, including types of data, data analytics, and data security. Key topics include the importance of structured and unstructured data, the role of metadata, and various data analysis methods. It also addresses ethical concerns and best practices in data management.
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1. What is the main purpose of Data Management?
a) To create random datasets
b) To ensure data accuracy, security, and accessibility c) To increase the size of stored data d) To remove duplicate data Answer: b) To ensure data accuracy, security, and accessibility 2. Which of the following is an example of structured data? a) A customer database table b) A video file c) A handwritten letter d) A social media post Answer: a) A customer database table 3. What is the term for “data about data”? a) Metadata b) Raw data c) Semi-structured data d) Big Data Answer: a) Metadata 4. Which type of data does NOT have a predefined format? a) Structured data b) Semi-structured data c) Unstructured data d) Metadata Answer: c) Unstructured data 5. What does SQL stand for? a) System Query Language b) Structured Query Language c) Sequential Query Logic d) Standard Query Link Answer: b) Structured Query Language 6. Why is metadata useful? a) It increases storage capacity b) It speeds up internet connections c) It helps organize and describe data d) It converts structured data into unstructured data Answer: c) It helps organize and describe data 7. Which best describes semi-structured data? a) Data that has no organization b) Data that combines structured and unstructured elements c) Data that only exists in relational databases d) Data that must be converted before storage Answer: b) Data that combines structured and unstructured elements 8. Which of the following data types is typically stored in a relational database? a) Social media comments b) HTML files c) Employee payroll records d) Scanned images Answer: c) Employee payroll records 9. How does unstructured data differ from structured data? a) Unstructured data has a fixed format b) Unstructured data is easier to search c) Unstructured data lacks predefined organization d) Unstructured data can only be stored in tables Answer: c) Unstructured data lacks predefined organization 10. A hospital manages electronic health records of patients. What type of data is this? a) Unstructured Data b) Structured Data c) Real-Time Data d) Metadata Answer: b) Structured Data 11. A retail store tracks sales transactions as they happen. What type of data is being processed? a) Metadata b) Big Data c) Real-Time Data d) Semi-Structured Data Answer: c) Real-Time Data 12. Which data collection method is best for gathering customer preferences? a) Case Studies b) Surveys c) Experiments d) Observations Answer: b) Surveys 13. A company wants to analyze customer feedback from online reviews. What type of data is this? a) Structured Data b) Semi-Structured Data c) Unstructured Data d) Real-Time Data Answer: c) Unstructured Data 14. Which of the following best explains why data visualization is important? a) It eliminates the need for raw data b) It makes complex data easier to understand c) It reduces data storage requirements d) It prevents data corruption Answer: b) It makes complex data easier to understand 15. A business wants to compare customer purchases across different regions. What type of data analysis should they use? a) Real-time analytics b) Predictive analytics c) Descriptive analytics d) Metadata analysis Answer: c) Descriptive analytics 16. What is the main difference between data validation and data verification? a) Validation ensures data accuracy, while verification ensures data security b) Validation checks data formats, while verification checks data accuracy c) Validation prevents unauthorized access, while verification removes errors d) Validation checks spelling errors, while verification checks data completeness Answer: b) Validation checks data formats, while verification checks data accuracy 17. Which data type is most likely to require Natural Language Processing (NLP) for analysis? a) Customer transaction records b) Financial spreadsheets c) Social media posts d) Inventory reports Answer: c) Social media posts 18. A company wants to protect customer data from cyber threats. Which of the following is the best approach? a) Using cloud storage only b) Implementing encryption and access controls c) Deleting all sensitive data d) Avoiding data collection altogether Answer: b) Implementing encryption and access controls 19. What is the biggest risk of poor data management in healthcare? a) Increased storage costs b) Loss of patient trust and incorrect treatments c) Limited access to online medical journals d) Slow internet speed in hospitals Answer: b) Loss of patient trust and incorrect treatments 20. Which of the following is a key ethical concern in data management? a) Increasing data storage capacity b) Keeping all data indefinitely c) Ensuring data privacy and consent d) Using only structured data Answer: c) Ensuring data privacy and consent 21. A company wants to predict future sales based on past trends. What type of analytics should they use? a) Descriptive analytics b) Predictive analytics c) Prescriptive analytics d) Metadata analysis Answer: b) Predictive analytics 22. You are designing a mobile application that tracks user activity. What is the best approach for managing the collected data? a) Store everything on the user’s device b) Use a cloud-based database with proper security measures c) Save all data in an Excel file d) Do not collect any data Answer: b) Use a cloud-based database with proper security measures 23. A researcher is designing a study on consumer preferences. What is the best method for collecting accurate data? a) Guessing based on previous research b) Conducting structured surveys and interviews c) Reading customer reviews only d) Using random online opinions Answer: b) Conducting structured surveys and interviews 24. A data analyst wants to identify patterns in customer purchase behavior. Which tool would be most useful? a) Word processor b) Data visualization software (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) c) Handwritten reports d) Social media comments Answer: b) Data visualization software (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) 25. You are tasked with designing a secure online data storage system. What is the most important factor to consider? a) The number of users accessing the data b) The availability of unlimited storage c) Strong encryption and user authentication d) The speed of internet connectivity Answer: c) Strong encryption and user authentication 26. A company collects customer purchase history to suggest personalized product recommendations. What type of analytics is being used? a) Descriptive analytics b) Predictive analytics c) Diagnostic analytics d) Prescriptive analytics Answer: b) Predictive analytics 27. A researcher wants to analyze text from customer feedback to determine common themes. Which method is most appropriate? a) Data encryption b) Text mining c) File compression d) Data normalization Answer: b) Text mining 28. Which type of database is best suited for handling highly interconnected data, such as social networks? a) Relational database b) Graph database c) Key-value store d) Document database Answer: b) Graph database 29. A business manager wants to visualize sales performance across different regions using an interactive dashboard. What tool is best suited for this task? a) PowerPoint b) SQL Query Editor c) Tableau d) Notepad Answer: c) Tableau 30. A company finds that customers who buy laptops often purchase accessories like mouse and keyboard. Which type of data analysis is being used? a) Market Basket Analysis b) Real-Time Analytics c) Sentiment Analysis d) Time-Series Analysis Answer: a) Market Basket Analysis 31. Why is data cleaning an important step in data management? a) It ensures faster data entry b) It improves the accuracy and reliability of data analysis c) It reduces data storage costs d) It eliminates the need for backups Answer: b) It improves the accuracy and reliability of data analysis 32. A company's sales report shows a sudden drop in revenue. What type of analytics should be used to determine the cause? a) Descriptive analytics b) Diagnostic analytics c) Predictive analytics d) Prescriptive analytics Answer: b) Diagnostic analytics 33. Which of the following is a challenge in managing big data? a) Limited data storage options b) Ensuring data privacy and security c) The inability to process structured data d) The requirement to use paper-based storage Answer: b) Ensuring data privacy and security 34. A marketing team wants to analyze customer engagement on different social media platforms. What kind of data should they focus on? a) Structured data b) Semi-structured data c) Unstructured data d) Metadata Answer: c) Unstructured data 35. What is the best reason for implementing role-based access control in a database? a) To reduce server storage usage b) To ensure that only authorized users can access certain data c) To make all data publicly accessible d) To allow users to delete any records freely Answer: b) To ensure that only authorized users can access certain data 36. Why is real-time data processing essential for financial transactions? a) It reduces the need for customer support b) It ensures immediate fraud detection and faster transactions c) It helps businesses generate more advertisements d) It eliminates the need for data security measures Answer: b) It ensures immediate fraud detection and faster transactions 37. A company is considering using cloud storage for data management. What is a major disadvantage of cloud storage? a) It requires physical storage space b) It is more expensive than traditional storage c) It depends on internet connectivity and security risks d) It cannot store structured data Answer: c) It depends on internet connectivity and security risks 38. Which of the following best describes ethical concerns related to artificial intelligence in data management? a) AI ensures unbiased decision-making b) AI can sometimes reinforce biases in data sets c) AI removes the need for human involvement d) AI does not impact data privacy Answer: b) AI can sometimes reinforce biases in data sets 39. You are designing a new data security policy for a company. What should be a top priority? a) Reducing the number of employees who access data b) Encrypting sensitive data and implementing access controls c) Allowing employees full access to all data d) Keeping only physical copies of records Answer: b) Encrypting sensitive data and implementing access controls 40. A university wants to improve student engagement by using data analytics. Which of the following is the best approach? a) Analyzing attendance and performance trends to offer personalized learning b) Increasing the number of classrooms c) Reducing the amount of digital learning tools d) Collecting student data without informing them Answer: a) Analyzing attendance and performance trends to offer personalized learning