ACCA BT · Chapter 6 · Question 3 of 11
Big data is often described in terms of several 'Vs'. Which of these refers to the speed at which data is generated and must be processed?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: B) Velocity
Explanation
Velocity refers to the speed at which data arrives and needs processing, often in real time. Volume is the sheer quantity of data, variety is the range of formats (structured, unstructured, images, text), and veracity concerns the reliability and accuracy of the data.
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