- A
The distribution is right-skewed.
Correct: mean > median indicates right skew.
- B
The distribution is bimodal.
Why wrong: Bimodal distribution has two peaks; skewness is not determined by mean vs median alone.
- C
The distribution is left-skewed.
Why wrong: In left-skewed distributions, mean is less than median.
- D
The distribution is symmetrical.
Why wrong: In a symmetrical distribution, mean and median are approximately equal.
Question 347 of 1,000
DA0-001 Analysing Data Practice Question
This DA0-001 practice question tests your understanding of analysing data. Compare every option against the stated constraints before choosing — the best answer satisfies all requirements, not just the most obvious one. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A data analyst is examining sales data for a retail chain and notices that the mean monthly sales is $50,000 while the median is $35,000. Which of the following best describes the distribution of the sales data?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue:
"best"Why it matters: Signals that multiple options may be partially correct. Choose the option that most directly solves the exact problem described, not the one that sounds most complete.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
✓
The distribution is right-skewed.
When the mean is greater than the median, the distribution is right-skewed (positively skewed) because the mean is pulled towards the higher values by outliers or a long right tail.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
The distribution is right-skewed.
Why this is correct
Correct: mean > median indicates right skew.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "best" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
The distribution is bimodal.
Why it's wrong here
Bimodal distribution has two peaks; skewness is not determined by mean vs median alone.
- ✗
The distribution is left-skewed.
Why it's wrong here
In left-skewed distributions, mean is less than median.
- ✗
The distribution is symmetrical.
Why it's wrong here
In a symmetrical distribution, mean and median are approximately equal.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the DA0-001 exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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What does this DA0-001 question test?
Analysing Data — This question tests Analysing Data — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: The distribution is right-skewed. — When the mean is greater than the median, the distribution is right-skewed (positively skewed) because the mean is pulled towards the higher values by outliers or a long right tail.
What should I do if I get this DA0-001 question wrong?
Identify which DA0-001 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "best". Signals that multiple options may be partially correct. Choose the option that most directly solves the exact problem described, not the one that sounds most complete.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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