Certificate in Business Data Analytics (CBDA) — Question 66

A lab is conducting a study on protein interactions. They have used the data to create a graph visualization. In graph visualization, what would a layout be?

Answer options

• A. A single data point
• B. A link between two data points
• C. A dedicated algorithm that calculates the node positions
• D. A collection of data points and links

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as a layout in graph visualization involves an algorithm that determines the arrangement of nodes based on various factors. Options A and B describe components of a graph but do not define a layout, while D refers to the overall structure of the graph rather than the specific positioning of nodes.