Question 1

**Section A**

A global logistics NGO uses Big Data analytics to optimize its disaster relief supply chains. The data includes real-time GPS coordinates, unstructured social media distress signals, and historical weather patterns.

Which TWO of the following characteristics of Big Data are most directly illustrated by the inclusion of unstructured social media signals and real-time GPS updates?

Accepted Answer

Recall the 4 Vs of Big Data. Match 'unstructured' to Variety and 'real-time' to Velocity.

Question 2

What mistakes do candidates make on this ACCA question?

Accepted Answer

Students often confuse Veracity with Variety when dealing with social media data.

How to approach this question

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