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The document provides a comprehensive overview of Tableau, including key data terminologies such as dimensions and measures, connectivity mechanisms, and various visualization techniques like bar charts and line graphs. It discusses the ability to connect to Excel files for report generation and refresh, as well as aggregation techniques used in data analysis. Additionally, it covers the importance of dashboards and filters in refining data for better insights.

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The document provides a comprehensive overview of Tableau, including key data terminologies such as dimensions and measures, connectivity mechanisms, and various visualization techniques like bar charts and line graphs. It discusses the ability to connect to Excel files for report generation and refresh, as well as aggregation techniques used in data analysis. Additionally, it covers the importance of dashboards and filters in refining data for better insights.

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Tableau Questions and Answers

TABLEAU QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

PART B - (5 × 16 = 80 Marks)

Q1.

a) Exemplify the data terminologies used in Tableau.

Answer:
Tableau provides a wide range of data terminologies that help in understanding, manipulating, and
analyzing datasets effectively. Below are some key terminologies:

1. **Dimensions**: These are categorical fields that help segment the data. They contain qualitative
values such as Customer Name, Region, or Product Category.
- Example: If we have a dataset of sales, the "Region" field (East, West, North, South) will be a
Dimension.

2. **Measures**: These are numerical fields used for calculations and aggregations like SUM,
AVERAGE, or COUNT. Examples include Sales Amount, Profit, and Discount.
- Example: "Sales Amount" is a measure because it can be aggregated (summed up for a
particular region).

3. **Discrete vs Continuous Data**:


- **Discrete Data**: Consists of distinct and separate values. It is typically categorical.
- Example: Order ID, Employee ID.
- **Continuous Data**: Can take any value within a range.
- Example: Sales Revenue, Temperature.

4. **Aggregations**: Functions such as SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, MIN, and MAX that help in
summarizing data.
- Example: "Total Sales per Region" uses SUM aggregation.

5. **Calculated Fields**: Custom fields created using formulas for advanced calculations.
- Example: Calculating Profit Margin using the formula `(Profit / Sales) * 100`.

6. **Hierarchies**: Allow drilling down data from higher levels to more detailed levels.
- Example: Date Hierarchy (Year -> Quarter -> Month -> Day).

7. **Bins**: Convert continuous data into discrete groups.


- Example: Sales data can be grouped into bins of $1000 each.

8. **Filters**: Used to refine the displayed data.


- Example: Applying a filter to show only sales from 2023.

9. **Parameters**: Dynamic user inputs used in calculations and filters.


- Example: A parameter to switch between different date ranges dynamically.

10. **Table Calculations**: Computations performed on aggregated data.


- Example: Running Totals, Moving Averages.

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b) Can you place an Excel file in a shared location and use it to develop a report and refresh it at
regular intervals? Justify.

Answer:
Yes, Tableau allows integration with Excel files stored in a shared location, and it can refresh the
report at regular intervals. The process includes:

### Steps to Connect an Excel File in a Shared Location:


1. **Open Tableau** and click on "Connect to Data".
2. Select **Microsoft Excel** and browse to the shared file location.
3. Choose the necessary sheets and load them into Tableau.
4. Define relationships or joins if multiple sheets are used.

### Refreshing Data Regularly:


1. **Live Connection**: Fetches real-time updates every time the workbook is opened.
2. **Extract Mode**: Saves a snapshot of the data for better performance.
3. **Scheduled Refresh**: If using **Tableau Server or Tableau Online**, automatic refresh
schedules can be set.
4. **Permissions Management**: Ensure the shared file is accessible to all required users.

By implementing these steps, users can ensure that their reports remain updated with the latest
data.

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Q2.

a) Explain the various connectivity mechanisms in Tableau.

Answer:
Tableau supports multiple connectivity mechanisms to integrate with diverse data sources:

1. **Live Connection**: Directly connects to the data source and retrieves real-time data. Used when
real-time analysis is needed.
- Example: Connecting to Google BigQuery for live streaming analytics.

2. **Extract Connection**: Creates a local snapshot of the data, improving performance and
enabling offline access.
- Example: Using an extract for large datasets to improve query speed.

3. **Data Blending**: Combines multiple data sources by linking them using a common field.
- Example: Merging Sales Data from Excel with Customer Demographics from SQL Server.

4. **Joins**: Used when multiple tables from the same data source need to be combined.
- Types: Inner Join, Left Join, Right Join, Full Outer Join.

5. **Unions**: Stacks multiple datasets together.


- Example: Combining quarterly sales reports into one dataset.

6. **Web Data Connector**: Allows connection to web APIs and online services.
- Example: Connecting to Google Analytics via Web Data Connector.

7. **ODBC & JDBC**: Enables connection with relational databases like MySQL, PostgreSQL, and
SQL Server.

These mechanisms ensure Tableau can connect to almost any type of data source.

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b) Difference the following:

A) **Dimension vs Measure**:

| Feature | Dimension | Measure |


|------------|-----------|----------|
| Definition | Categorical fields | Numerical fields used for analysis |
| Example | Region, Product Category | Sales, Profit |
| Aggregation | Cannot be aggregated | Can be summed, averaged, etc. |

B) **Discrete vs Continuous**:

| Feature | Discrete | Continuous |


|------------|-----------|----------|
| Data Type | Categorical (Separate values) | Numerical (Range of values) |
| Example | Order ID, Customer Name | Revenue, Temperature |
| Visualization | Bar Charts, Pie Charts | Line Graphs, Histograms |
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Q3.

a) Discuss in detail about Bar Chart and write down various ways to create a Bar Chart in Tableau.

Answer:
A **Bar Chart** is used to represent categorical data using rectangular bars. It is one of the most
widely used visualizations in Tableau.

### Types of Bar Charts:


1. **Vertical Bar Chart**: Bars are placed vertically.
2. **Horizontal Bar Chart**: Useful when category labels are long.
3. **Stacked Bar Chart**: Helps compare parts of a whole within different categories.
4. **Grouped Bar Chart**: Displays multiple bars side by side for comparison.

### Steps to Create a Bar Chart in Tableau:


1. Drag a **Dimension** (e.g., Product Category) to the **Columns** shelf.
2. Drag a **Measure** (e.g., Sales) to the **Rows** shelf.
3. Click on the "Show Me" panel and select "Bar Chart".
4. Customize colors, labels, and sorting for better readability.

**Example Use Case:** Analyzing **Sales by Region** using a **Stacked Bar Chart** to compare
sales across different product categories.

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b) Write short notes about:

**A) Date Hierarchies:**


- Used for analyzing time-based trends.
- Supports Year -> Quarter -> Month -> Day hierarchy.
- Example: Sales over time analysis.
**B) Filters:**
- Used to refine and narrow down data.
- Types: Dimension Filters, Measure Filters, Extract Filters.
- Example: Filtering sales for a specific year.

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Q4.

a) Explore various measuring techniques used in aggregation in Tableau.

Answer:
Aggregation is a critical function in Tableau that helps summarize and analyze large datasets.

1. **SUM**: Adds up values.


2. **AVERAGE**: Computes the mean value.
3. **COUNT**: Counts occurrences.
4. **MIN/MAX**: Finds the smallest/largest value.
5. **MEDIAN**: Finds the middle value.
6. **STANDARD DEVIATION**: Measures variability.

These techniques help in deriving insights from datasets.

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b) Discuss in detail about:

**A) Dashboards and Distribution:**


- Dashboards combine multiple visualizations into one interactive view.
- Distribution helps analyze the spread of data.

**B) Line Graphs:**


- Show trends over time.
- Used in financial and stock analysis.

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This expanded version provides deep insights, examples, and structured explanations for each
topic.

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