Question 

6
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1.00 points out of 1.00

Which of the following is true of the neural computing technique in data mining?

Select one:
a. Historical data is examined for patterns that are then used to make predictions. 
b. A set of algorithms sorts through data and forms statistical rules about relationships
among the items.
c. Historical if-then-else cases are used to recognize patterns.
d. Operations are performed on given data based on formulas created by the end user.

ANS: A

RATIONALE: In neural computing, historical data is examined for patterns that are then used
to make predictions. Used appropriately, data mining tools enable organizations to make
predictions about what will happen so that managers can be proactive in capitalizing on
opportunities or avoiding potential problems.

Question 7
Correct
1.00 points out of 1.00

The ACID (atomicity, consistency, isolation, and durability) properties of SQL databases
ensure _____.

Select one:
a. data severance
b. data integrity 
c. data security
d. data cogency

ANS: B

RATIONALE: SQL databases conform to ACID properties (atomicity, consistency, isolation,

and durability) that guarantee database transactions are processed reliably and ensure the
integrity of data in the database. ACID properties ensure that any updates to the database
generated by a transaction are completed in their entirety.
Question 8
Correct
1.00 points out of 1.00

A(n) _____ is used to pull data from disparate data sources to populate and maintain a data
warehouse.

Select one:
a. extract-transform-load (ETL) process 
b. hadoop process
c. online analytical process
d. drill-down process

ANS: A

RATIONALE: An extract-transform-load (ETL) process is used to pull data from disparate

data sources to populate and maintain a data warehouse. An effective ETL process is
essential to ensure data warehouse success.

Question 9
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1.00 points out of 1.00

The columns in a relational database model such as customer name and address represent
_____.

Select one:
a. attributes 
b. entities
c. keys
d. tuples

ANS: A

RATIONALE: The relational database model is a simple but highly useful way to organize
structured data into collections of two-dimensional tables called relations. Each row in the
table represents an entity (person, place, or thing), and each column represents an attribute
of that entity.
Question 10
Correct
1.00 points out of 1.00

_____ are designed to draw data in real time from various sources, including corporate
databases and spreadsheets, so decision makers can make use of up-to-the-minute data.

Select one:
a. Tactical dashboards
b. Operational dashboards 
c. Strategic dashboards
d. Analytical dashboards

ANS: B

RATIONALE: Dashboards provide users at every level of the organization the information
they need to make improved decisions. Operational dashboards can be designed to draw
data in real time from various sources, including corporate databases and spreadsheets, so
decision makers can make use of up-to-the-minute data.