Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Part 3: Business Knowledge for Internal Auditing — Question 206

Which of the following is a characteristic of big data?

Answer options

• A. Big data is being generated slowly due to volume.
• B. Big data must be relevant for the purposes of organizations.
• C. Big data comes from a single type of format.
• D. Big data is always changing.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because big data is characterized by its dynamic nature, constantly being generated and updated. Option A is incorrect as big data is typically generated rapidly, not slowly. Option B, while true, is not a defining characteristic of big data itself. Option C is incorrect as big data can come from multiple formats, not just one.