CBDA Data Management & Lifecycle

Question 1

Which phase of the data lifecycle involves capturing raw data from source systems and ensuring it is stored in a usable format?

Accepted Answer

Data ingestion

Answer

Data ingestion is the process of collecting and importing raw data from various source systems into a storage or processing environment.

Question 2

A data steward is primarily responsible for which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring data quality and adherence to data governance policies

Answer

A data steward is accountable for maintaining data quality standards and ensuring data assets conform to established governance policies.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a data retention policy?

Accepted Answer

To define how long data must be kept and when it should be deleted or archived

Answer

A data retention policy specifies the duration for which data must be retained based on legal, regulatory, and business requirements, and outlines when it should be purged or archived.

Question 4

Which concept describes a single, authoritative repository that serves as the definitive source of data for an organization?

Accepted Answer

Single source of truth (SSOT)

Answer

A single source of truth (SSOT) is the practice of aggregating and structuring data so that every stakeholder uses the same, consistent reference for key business data.

Question 5

In data lifecycle management, what does 'data archival' typically involve?

Accepted Answer

Moving infrequently accessed data to lower-cost long-term storage while keeping it retrievable

Answer

Data archival moves old or infrequently accessed data to cost-effective storage while preserving it for future retrieval, compliance, or audit purposes.

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CBDA Data Management & Lifecycle