Domain 4: Understanding Tableau Concepts Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Dimension in Tableau?
A
- Contains qualitative Values
- Used to Categorize, segment, show details
- Affect the level of detail
2
Q
What are examples for a Dimension in Tableau?
A
- Names
- Dates
- Geographical Data
3
Q
What is a Measure in Tableau?
A
- Contains numeric, quantitative values you can measure
- Can be aggregated
4
Q
What is th difference between blue and green fields?
A
- Green: Continious fields, are treated as an infinite range
- Blue: Discrete fields, treated as finite, add headers to views
5
Q
How is a discrete field displayed?
A
As a header
6
Q
How is a continuous field displayed?
A
They produce axes
7
Q
What is the difference between discrete date parts and continuous date values?
A
- Discrete Date: Represents Dates in different parts
- Continuous Date: Displays information along a continuous timeline
8
Q
What is the default aggregation for measures?
A
The SUM function
9
Q
How can you change the default aggregation?
A
- Right Click on the measure
- Click default properties
- Aggregation and then choose
10
Q
How does a aggregated Measure change when dimensions are added to the view?
A
- The number of marks increases
- Level of detail is added
