CompTIA Data+ (DA0-001) — Question 343

An analyst wants to show the population of each district in a city and the associated crime rates. Which of the following describes the appropriate analytical technique that the analyst should apply?

Answer options

• A. Descriptive
• B. Prescriptive
• C. Diagnostic
• D. Predictive

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, Descriptive, as this method is used to summarize and describe the characteristics of a dataset, such as populations and crime rates. The other options—Prescriptive, Diagnostic, and Predictive—are used for different analytical purposes, such as recommending actions, identifying causes, and forecasting future trends, respectively.