CompTIA Data+ (DA0-001) — Question 126

Which of the following best describes an exploratory analysis?

Answer options

• A. Involves the use of descriptive statistics to understand observations
• B. Involves analysis of exploring data sets for performance tracking
• C. Involves the testing of specific hypotheses
• D. Involves the use of arithmetic algebra to determine the distribution

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because exploratory analysis primarily uses descriptive statistics to summarize and understand the data. Options B and C refer to different types of analysis, such as performance tracking and hypothesis testing, respectively, while D inaccurately describes exploratory analysis by mentioning arithmetic algebra, which is not typically involved.