DAC DAC Data Governance & Quality 2

Question 1

In data governance, what does 'data lineage' refer to?

Accepted Answer

The tracking of data's origin, movement, and transformations over time

Answer

Data lineage documents the lifecycle of data — where it originates, how it moves, and how it is transformed — enabling auditability and troubleshooting.

Question 2

Which regulation primarily governs data privacy and protection for individuals in the United States healthcare sector?

Accepted Answer

HIPAA

Answer

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) sets national standards for protecting sensitive patient health information in the US.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a data quality scorecard?

Accepted Answer

To measure and track data quality metrics over time against defined thresholds

Answer

A data quality scorecard provides a structured view of key quality metrics (accuracy, completeness, consistency) measured against targets over time.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes 'data consistency'?

Accepted Answer

Data values are the same across all systems and formats where they appear

Answer

Data consistency means that the same data element holds the same value wherever it appears across different systems or datasets.

Question 5

What is the role of a Chief Data Officer (CDO) in an organization?

Accepted Answer

Leading data governance, strategy, and ensuring data is a valued business asset

Answer

The CDO is responsible for enterprise-wide data strategy, governance frameworks, and maximizing the value of data as an organizational asset.

Data Analytics Certifications (DAC) Practice Test

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DAC DAC Data Governance & Quality 2