DA0-002 Visualization and Reporting Practice Question
A data analyst receives a request from a sales manager for a one-time report on Q4 performance by product line. The report is not expected to be repeated. Which type of report should the analyst create?
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Why each option matters
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Ad hoc report
An ad hoc report is created for a specific, one-time request, as opposed to scheduled or recurring reports.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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Scheduled report
Why it's wrong here
Scheduled reports are recurring, not one-time.
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Operational report
Why it's wrong here
Operational reports are real-time and ongoing.
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Ad hoc report
Why this is correct
Ad hoc reports are custom, one-off requests.
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Self-service report
Why it's wrong here
Self-service reports are created by users, not analysts.
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