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The video tutorial covers the concept of aggregation in Tableau, explaining how data can be grouped and summarized using different aggregation methods. It highlights the default aggregation options available for various data types, such as text and numeric fields. The tutorial also introduces calculated fields, demonstrating how they can be used to create new data fields for more detailed visualizations. The process of creating calculated fields is explained step-by-step, emphasizing the importance of understanding data structure and visualization needs before choosing aggregation methods.

What is the primary purpose of aggregation in Tableau?

• To group individual data rows based on specific measurements

• To create new data fields

• To visualize data in a pie chart

• To change the data type of a field

Which of the following is NOT a default aggregation method for numeric data types in Tableau?

• AVERAGE

• SUM

• MEDIAN

• CONCATENATE

When using the 'minimum' aggregation method on text data, what does Tableau return?

• The text with the lowest alphabetical order

• The total number of text entries

• The average length of the text entries

• The text with the highest alphabetical order

How does the 'count' aggregation method differ from 'count distinct'?

• Count is used for numeric data, while count distinct is for text data

• Count is faster to compute than count distinct

• Count only includes unique values, while count distinct includes all instances

• Count includes all instances, while count distinct only includes unique values

What is a calculated field in Tableau?

• A visualization tool for creating charts

• A field that changes the data type of existing data

• A new data field created from existing data using expressions or formulas

• A field that is automatically generated by Tableau

Which of the following is NOT a type of calculation available in Tableau?

• Basic calculations

• LOD expressions

• Table calculations

• Graphical calculations

What is the first step in creating a calculated field in Tableau?

• Select the data type

• Open the Create Calculated Field window

• Apply a filter

• Choose a visualization type

In the formula for a calculated field, what does Tableau use to determine the order of operations?

• The order of data entry

• The PEDMAS rule

• The size of the data set

• The alphabetical order of functions

What symbol indicates a calculated field in Tableau?

• An equals plus sign

• A question mark

• A dollar sign

• An exclamation point

What should you do if a calculated field shows an error in Tableau?

• Check for red squiggly lines and correct the formula

• Ignore the error

• Re-enter the data

• Change the data type