What is an example of descriptive data analysis?
- predicted oil price increases
- control of highway traffic signals
- an hourly traffic report for a highway
- a weather forecast description
Explanation: An example of descriptive data analytics is an hourly highway traffic report because it is based on historical data (traffic patterns over the last hour for example) but does not use that analysis to predict or control future events. Predicted oil price increases and a weather forecast are both examples of predictive data analytics. The use of data analytics to control highway traffic signals is an example of prescriptive data analytics.
Related exam: Module 1.4.2 Quiz – Data Analytic Projects
