PREPARING DATA IN EXCEL

1. What is the main goal when structuring data in Excel for Power BI?
a) Creating complex designs
b) Reducing data complexity
c) Ensuring clean, concise, and structured data
d) Using as many Excel-specific features as possible

2. How should data be structured in Excel for easier import into Power BI?
a) In a narrative format
b) In a disorganized manner
c) In a tabular format with clear headers
d) With merged cells and complex designs

3. What is the primary role of data preparation in Excel before importing it into
Power BI?
a) Enhancing data visualization
b) Avoiding data import entirely
c) Ensuring a flawless transition and effective visualization
d) Creating complex data hierarchies

4. In Excel, how should columns and rows be organized for effective data
preparation?
a) Rows should have headers, but columns should not.
b) Columns should have headers, and rows should be merged.
c) Columns and rows should be organized chaotically.
d) Columns should have headers, and each row should represent a distinct
record.

5. What is the purpose of using named ranges in Excel when working with
specific data sets?
a) To make Excel files larger
b) To complicate data organization
c) To target specific data sets during import into Power BI
d) To eliminate the need for headers in Excel data
 IMPORTING DATA FROM EXCEL
1. What type of Excel tables are dynamic by nature, automatically accounting for
rows added or removed?
a) Pivot tables
b) Named ranges
c) Static tables
d) Excel tables (ListObjects)

2. What determines whether you should choose to import data directly or establish
a direct query connection when importing from Excel?
a) The version of Excel you are using
b) The file format of the Excel file
c) The size of your data and how frequently it gets updated
d) The number of sheets in the Excel file

3. If your Excel file contains multiple sheets that you want to import into Power
BI, how are these sheets treated in Power BI?
a) They are combined into a single table in Power BI.
b) Each sheet is imported as a separate table in Power BI.
c) They are converted into charts in Power BI.
d) They are ignored during the import process.

4. In Power BI, what appears in the Navigator pane when you select an Excel file
for import?
a) Advanced import options
b) Data relationships between tables
c) Available tables, sheets, and ranges in the Excel file
d) Excel 'Power Query' tab

5. What advantage does using named ranges in Excel offer when importing data
into Power BI?
a) It reduces the size of the Excel file.
b) It eliminates the need to establish data relationships in Power BI.
c) It makes it easy to target specific data sets within a larger Excel file.
d) It automatically refreshes data in Power BI without manual intervention.
 DATA TRANSFORMATION
1. Why is it essential to allocate time to the data transformation phase in Power BI?
a) To make the data visually appealing.
b) To speed up the analysis process.
c) To ensure that the data accurately represents reality.
d) To create advanced visualizations.
2. What is one of the challenges often associated with date data that can be
addressed using Power BI's date transformation tools?
a) Dates are always imported in the same format.
b) Dates do not need any formatting or standardization.
c) Dates are automatically calculated.
d) Dates may be imported in different formats or contain errors.
3. In the context of data transformation, what is the significance of ensuring that
data is accurate?
a) It makes the data look good.
b) It ensures data can be used confidently in decision-making.
c) It speeds up the data transformation process.
d) It helps in creating complex formulas.
4. Which of the following is a common text transformation in Power Query Editor?
a) Removing duplicate rows
b) Reversing the order of rows
c) Changing text to uppercase or lowercase
d) Changing data types
5. How can you handle null values in a column using Power Query Editor?
a) Delete the entire column.
b) Replace them with a specific value.
c) Convert them to blanks.
d) Ignore them and proceed with the analysis.
 LINKING DATA FROM DIFFERENT SOURCES
1. Which Power BI feature enables you to drag fields from one table and drop them
onto a visualization?
a) Visualizations gallery
b) Measure editor
c) Manage Relationships
d) Drag-and-Drop Designer
2. Why is linking data considered a strategic move in Power BI?
a) It makes reports more complex.
b) It allows for advanced calculations.
c) It unlocks insights hidden in isolated data silos.
d) It reduces the need for visualizations.
3. In the context of Power BI, what does a 360-degree view of an operation refer
to?
a) Viewing an operation from above
b) Having access to a full-circle pie chart
c) Having comprehensive insights from multiple data sources
d) Having a panoramic view of a physical location
4. How does linking data from different sources enhance visual storytelling in
Power BI?
a) It allows you to create more tables and visualizations.
b) It makes visualizations more colorful.
c) It provides more context and depth to reports.
d) It enables 3D visualizations.
5. How can you link data from different sources in Power BI?
a) Using the 'Transform Data' option
b) Using the 'Manage Relationships' option
c) Using the 'Create Calculated Columns' option
d) Using the 'Format as Table' option
 IMPORTING LARGE AMOUNTS OF DATA
1. When dealing with large Excel datasets in Power BI, what is one of the best
practices mentioned for efficient data import?
a) Import the entire worksheet to ensure completeness.
b) Use the 32-bit version of Power BI Desktop for better compatibility.
c) Limit the imported data range to the relevant cells.
d) Enable the auto date/time feature to organize data.
2. Which version of Power BI Desktop is better suited for handling very large
Excel files?
a) 32-bit
b) 64-bit
c) 16-bit
d) 128-bit
3. What are parameters used for in Power BI when importing large datasets?
a) To automatically create date/time hierarchies
b) To limit data imports to a specific year
c) To increase the processing time for large files
d) To import the entire dataset without filtering
4. When should filters be applied to optimize the data import process in Power BI?
a) After data import is complete
b) During data visualization
c) Before connecting to the Excel source
d) Only for numeric data types
5. What do parameters allow you to do when importing data in Power BI?
a) Automatically import all data in a dataset.
b) Create complex visualizations.
c) Set variable inputs for data queries.
d) Organize data in date/time hierarchies.
 UPDATING DATA FROM EXCEL
1. What is the advantage of setting up a 'Scheduled Refresh' for data updates in
Power BI?
a) It allows for real-time data updates
b) It requires manual intervention for each refresh
c) It only works with Excel files on local storage
d) It automates data updates at defined intervals
2. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a method for updating data in
Power BI from an Excel source?
a) Reimporting the Excel file
b) Using the 'Refresh' feature
c) Setting up a 'Scheduled Refresh' in Power BI Service
d) Leveraging OneDrive or SharePoint integration
3. What might you need to do in Power BI's query editor if you've made structural
changes to your Excel file, such as adding a new column?
a) Nothing, Power BI automatically adjusts to structural changes
b) Reimport the Excel file from scratch
c) Adjust your data transformation steps to align with the structural
changes
d) Contact Microsoft support for assistance
4. What is one of the most basic ways to ensure your data in Power BI matches the
data in your Excel source after changes have been made to the Excel file?
a) Reimport the Excel file
b) Delete the data in Power BI and start over
c) Use the 'Refresh' feature in Power BI Desktop
d) Adjust the Excel file to match the data in Power BI
5. If your Excel file is saved on OneDrive or SharePoint and changes are made to
the file, how frequently does Power BI update the data without manual refresh?
a) Every minute
b) Every hour
c) Every day
d) Every week