DA0-002 Data Concepts and Environments Practice Question
A data governance team is implementing a program to ensure consistent definitions and quality of customer data across the organization. They assign a senior manager to be accountable for the data asset. Which role does this manager fulfill?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many candidates confuse the data owner's accountability with the data steward's operational duties, leading candidates to pick 'Data steward' because they associate governance with hands-on management rather than executive responsibility.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Data owner
The data owner is the senior manager accountable for a specific data asset, including its quality, definition, and compliance. In the DA0-001 context, the data owner has ultimate responsibility for the data, not just day-to-day management. This role ensures consistent definitions and quality across the organization, aligning with the governance team's objectives.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Data analyst
Why it's wrong here
Data analyst uses data for analysis, not governance accountability.
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Data custodian
Why it's wrong here
Data custodian handles technical storage and security.
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Data owner
Why this is correct
Data owner is accountable for a specific data domain.
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Data steward
Why it's wrong here
Data steward manages day-to-day data quality and metadata, not accountability.
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