Mastering Tableau 2018.1, Second Edition 10.3: Dual Layer Mapping

The video tutorial explains the concept of dual layer mapping using Tableau. It guides viewers through creating a base map of the United States, adjusting its appearance, and then layering it with additional data to visualize profit by state. The tutorial concludes with a preview of the next video, which will cover custom geocoding.

What is the initial step in creating a dual layer map in Tableau?

• Duplicating the map

• Adjusting the color density

• Creating a custom geocoding

• Connecting to the sample superstore dataset

How can you make the background map less dense in color?

• By using the color marks card to fade colors

• By changing the map type

• By increasing the size of the map

• By adding more data points

What is the purpose of duplicating the latitude in the row shelf?

• To create a 3D map

• To add more data layers

• To create a top layer for the dual layer map

• To change the map projection

Which feature is used to overlay the profit data on the base map?

• Multiple axis

• No axis

• Single axis

• Dual axis

What can be visualized together using the dual layer mapping technique?

• Only sales data

• Only profit data

• Both sales and profit data

• Neither sales nor profit data