Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals — Question 117

You have an Azure Machine Learning pipeline that contains a Split Data module.
The Split Data module outputs to a Train Model module and a Score Model module.
What is the function of the Split Data module?

Answer options

• A. scaling numeric variables so that they are within a consistent numeric range
• B. creating training and validation datasets
• C. diverting records that have missing data
• D. selecting columns that must be included in the model

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The Split Data module's primary function is to generate training and validation datasets, which is essential for training machine learning models effectively. The other options pertain to different preprocessing tasks that do not describe the specific role of the Split Data module.