Certificate in Business Data Analytics (CBDA) — Question 61

While creating a dataset for analysis, the analyst reviews the data collected and finds a large percentage of records are missing values.
Which activity would the analyst perform in order to use this dataset?

Answer options

• A. Factor analysis
• B. Scale validation
• C. Weighting
• D. Clustering

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, Weighting, as it helps adjust the dataset to compensate for missing values, ensuring that the analysis remains valid. The other options, such as Factor analysis, Scale validation, and Clustering, do not specifically address the issue of missing data and are used for different purposes in data analysis.