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WGU C207 Module Quizzes Multi Choice Version Data-Driven Decision Making Questions and Correct Answers | Latest Update
For companies to attract and retain their best customers they need a complete portrait of who 
they are. To develop this portrait companies turn to... 
a. Statistics 
b. Analytics 
c. Management Science 
d. Histograms 
→ ~~> b 
A manufacturer wants to maximize their factory output while specifically minimizing labor 
costs. What type of analytics might they employ to achieve this goal? 
a. Descriptive Analytics 
b. Predictive Analytics 
c. Prescriptive Analytics 
d. Diagnostic Analytics 
...
- Exam (elaborations)
- • 29 pages •
For companies to attract and retain their best customers they need a complete portrait of who 
they are. To develop this portrait companies turn to... 
a. Statistics 
b. Analytics 
c. Management Science 
d. Histograms 
→ ~~> b 
A manufacturer wants to maximize their factory output while specifically minimizing labor 
costs. What type of analytics might they employ to achieve this goal? 
a. Descriptive Analytics 
b. Predictive Analytics 
c. Prescriptive Analytics 
d. Diagnostic Analytics 
...
WGU C207 Data-Driven Decision Making 1 Questions and Correct Answers | Latest Update
Statistics 
→ ~~> The science that deals with the interpretation of numerical facts or data through 
theories of probability. Also, the numerical facts or data themselves. 
Benchmarks 
→ ~~> Standards or points of reference for an industry or sector that can be used for 
comparison and evaluation. 
Analytics 
→ ~~> The discovery, analysis, and communication of meaningful patterns in data. 
Big Data 
→ ~~> A catch-phrase that describes a massive volume of data that is so lar...
- Exam (elaborations)
- • 5 pages •
Statistics 
→ ~~> The science that deals with the interpretation of numerical facts or data through 
theories of probability. Also, the numerical facts or data themselves. 
Benchmarks 
→ ~~> Standards or points of reference for an industry or sector that can be used for 
comparison and evaluation. 
Analytics 
→ ~~> The discovery, analysis, and communication of meaningful patterns in data. 
Big Data 
→ ~~> A catch-phrase that describes a massive volume of data that is so lar...
WGU C207 Data Driven Decision Making Questions and Correct Answers | Latest Update
Z-Score 
→ ~~> Data points only. Measurement of a scores relationship to the mean. A 
statistical measure that indicates the number of standard deviations a data point is 
from its mean. 
Variance 
→ ~~> How far a set of numbers are spread. Used for Data set. Hint Words = Risk, 
spread. 
Multiplication Rule 
→ ~~> A method for finding the probability that both of two events occur. When the 
probabilities of multiple events are multiplied together to determine the likelihood of...
- Exam (elaborations)
- • 14 pages •
Z-Score 
→ ~~> Data points only. Measurement of a scores relationship to the mean. A 
statistical measure that indicates the number of standard deviations a data point is 
from its mean. 
Variance 
→ ~~> How far a set of numbers are spread. Used for Data set. Hint Words = Risk, 
spread. 
Multiplication Rule 
→ ~~> A method for finding the probability that both of two events occur. When the 
probabilities of multiple events are multiplied together to determine the likelihood of...
WGU C207 Data Driven Decision Making Module 5 Questions and Correct Answers | Latest Update
Results-based management does NOT need which of the following? 
a Statistically complex indicators 
b Constant monitoring 
c Collaboration between all participants 
d A common goal among everyone involved 
→ ~~> a Statistically complex indicators 
Results-based management uses simple indicators in order to be more flexible to the constant 
changes of running a business. 
Which one of the following is NOT an example of big data? 
a Department store questionnaires for online shoppers 
b The ...
- Exam (elaborations)
- • 21 pages •
Results-based management does NOT need which of the following? 
a Statistically complex indicators 
b Constant monitoring 
c Collaboration between all participants 
d A common goal among everyone involved 
→ ~~> a Statistically complex indicators 
Results-based management uses simple indicators in order to be more flexible to the constant 
changes of running a business. 
Which one of the following is NOT an example of big data? 
a Department store questionnaires for online shoppers 
b The ...
WGU C207 Data Driven Decision Making Module 2 Questions and Correct Answers | Latest Update
Confidence Interval 
→ ~~> An interval estimate used to indicate reliability 
Probability Density Function 
→ ~~> Often used to represent probabilities of continuous data; gives the probability 
that a continuous random variable is equal to the area below it 
Standard Deviation 
→ ~~> The square root of the variance; a measure of how spread out the numbers are 
Histogram 
→ ~~> A graph that displays continuous data. This type of graph has vertical bars 
that show the counts...
- Exam (elaborations)
- • 6 pages •
Confidence Interval 
→ ~~> An interval estimate used to indicate reliability 
Probability Density Function 
→ ~~> Often used to represent probabilities of continuous data; gives the probability 
that a continuous random variable is equal to the area below it 
Standard Deviation 
→ ~~> The square root of the variance; a measure of how spread out the numbers are 
Histogram 
→ ~~> A graph that displays continuous data. This type of graph has vertical bars 
that show the counts...
WGU C207 Data Driven Decision Making Module 1 Questions and Correct Answers | Latest Update
Quantitative analysis is another name for what? 
a) algebra 
b) mathematics 
c) statistics 
d) probability 
→ ~~> c) statistics 
If a dataset is presented on a scale of hours per week, which scale of measurement is being 
used? 
a) nominal 
b) ordinal 
c) interval 
d) ratio 
→ ~~> d) ratio 
The use of data, statistical and quantitative analysis, explanatory and predictive models, and 
fact-based management to drive decisions and add value is called ________. 
Best Grades | Must Pass ...
- Exam (elaborations)
- • 17 pages •
Quantitative analysis is another name for what? 
a) algebra 
b) mathematics 
c) statistics 
d) probability 
→ ~~> c) statistics 
If a dataset is presented on a scale of hours per week, which scale of measurement is being 
used? 
a) nominal 
b) ordinal 
c) interval 
d) ratio 
→ ~~> d) ratio 
The use of data, statistical and quantitative analysis, explanatory and predictive models, and 
fact-based management to drive decisions and add value is called ________. 
Best Grades | Must Pass ...
WGU Data Driven Decision Making - C207 Questions and Correct Answers | Latest Update
Activities (RBM stage) - 
→ ~~> second step involves the process that converts inputs to outputs (actions 
necessary to produces results - training, evaluating, developing) 
Alternative hypothesis - 
→ ~~> The argument that either a sample is not equal to, greater than, or less than 
the hypothesized null sample 
Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) - 
→ ~~> a technique used to determine if there is a sufficient evidence from sample 
data of three or more populations to conclude that t...
- Exam (elaborations)
- • 24 pages •
Activities (RBM stage) - 
→ ~~> second step involves the process that converts inputs to outputs (actions 
necessary to produces results - training, evaluating, developing) 
Alternative hypothesis - 
→ ~~> The argument that either a sample is not equal to, greater than, or less than 
the hypothesized null sample 
Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) - 
→ ~~> a technique used to determine if there is a sufficient evidence from sample 
data of three or more populations to conclude that t...
WGU C207 Pre Assessment Study Guide Questions and Correct Answers | Latest Update
Which term can be used to describe managerial decisions? 
→ ~~> Prescriptive 
2 reasons for the increase in use of analytics in organizational decision making? 
→ ~~> 1. Relatively low cost of computer storage 
→ 2. Higher computer processing power 
How does probability theory inform decision-making for managers? 
→ ~~> By quantifying risk 
Which type of data are the Olympic medals of gold, silver, and bronze examples of? 
→ ~~> Ordinal data 
What are two aspects of data qu...
- Exam (elaborations)
- • 8 pages •
Which term can be used to describe managerial decisions? 
→ ~~> Prescriptive 
2 reasons for the increase in use of analytics in organizational decision making? 
→ ~~> 1. Relatively low cost of computer storage 
→ 2. Higher computer processing power 
How does probability theory inform decision-making for managers? 
→ ~~> By quantifying risk 
Which type of data are the Olympic medals of gold, silver, and bronze examples of? 
→ ~~> Ordinal data 
What are two aspects of data qu...
UNIT 3 ISQS Exam Questions and Correct Answers | Latest Update
In a few sentences, describe something new you learned about quantum computing. 
→ -:- Write a few sentences (come up with your own info) Quantum computing is a 
fundamental change in how machines go about processing data. 4 Benefits include: 
database processing, security, running simulations, artificial intelligence. It can help the 
medical field get new development of drugs or agriculture improving fertilizer/cut 
greenhouse emissions. 
In a few sentences, describe one possible busines...
- Exam (elaborations)
- • 24 pages •
In a few sentences, describe something new you learned about quantum computing. 
→ -:- Write a few sentences (come up with your own info) Quantum computing is a 
fundamental change in how machines go about processing data. 4 Benefits include: 
database processing, security, running simulations, artificial intelligence. It can help the 
medical field get new development of drugs or agriculture improving fertilizer/cut 
greenhouse emissions. 
In a few sentences, describe one possible busines...
TTU ISQS 3344 Flamm - Exam 1 Review Questions and Correct Answers | Latest Update
How does China maintain such a low currency valuation? 
a. By employing alien labor 
b. By dumping currency into the economy 
c. By utilizing old world technology 
d. China's currency valuation is rising steadily 
→ -:- b 
Why do we (US) import so much Canadian oil? 
a. It's better quality 
b. Actually we don't import any oil from Canada 
c. Our currency is higher in valuation than the Canadian dollar 
d. They throw in good Canadian whiskey for every gallon of oil we buy from them 
→ -:-...
- Exam (elaborations)
- • 13 pages •
How does China maintain such a low currency valuation? 
a. By employing alien labor 
b. By dumping currency into the economy 
c. By utilizing old world technology 
d. China's currency valuation is rising steadily 
→ -:- b 
Why do we (US) import so much Canadian oil? 
a. It's better quality 
b. Actually we don't import any oil from Canada 
c. Our currency is higher in valuation than the Canadian dollar 
d. They throw in good Canadian whiskey for every gallon of oil we buy from them 
→ -:-...