CompTIA Data+ (DA0-001) — Question 57

Which of the following would be used to store unstructured data from different sources?

Answer options

• A. A data lake
• B. A database management system
• C. A database
• D. A data warehouse

Correct answer: A

Explanation

A data lake is specifically designed to handle unstructured data from multiple sources, allowing for flexible storage and analysis. In contrast, a database management system and a database typically manage structured data, while a data warehouse is optimized for analytical queries on structured data, making them less suitable for unstructured data storage.