Using and Manipulating Data | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

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Why is data accuracy important in organisations?

Inaccurate data can cause financial or reputational problems

Give one example of a primary data source.

A survey, interview, or experiment you carry out yourself

What does it mean to extract data?

Pulling specific information from a larger dataset

Name one reason for checking if data is reliable.

To make sure decisions are based on trustworthy information

Give one feature that makes a user interface easy to use.

Clear layout, simple navigation, or help buttons

What is the difference between verification and validation?

Verification checks data entry; validation checks data format or rules

What does “intuitiveness” mean in interface design?

It feels natural and users can understand it without training

Give one example of a feature that reduces errors when entering data.

Drop-down lists or input masks

What might an organisation use extracted data for?

Reports, marketing analysis, or trend spotting

Why might secondary data be less reliable than primary data?

You can’t control how it was collected or checked

What is data collected first-hand for a specific purpose called?

Primary data

Why is compatibility important for data systems?

So they can work with other software or devices

What is the purpose of data modelling?

To test scenarios or make predictions using data

What do we call data that was collected by someone else?

Secondary data

What does “functionality” describe in a data system?

What the system can do — its tools and features

What is one example of incompatible systems?

A Mac app that won’t open on Windows

What does “accessibility” mean in a user interface?

It can be used by people with different needs or disabilities

What type of data presentation helps people spot patterns quickly?

Charts or graphs