Question

The employability skills referred to as data literacy is best defined as:

A. The ability to define and solve problems, make decisions, or form judgments related to a particular situation or set of circumstances
B. The ability to select and use appropriate technology to accomplish a given task
C. The ability to learn a concept and then appropriately apply the knowledge in another setting to achieve a higher level of understanding
D. The ability to access, assess, interpret, manipulate, summarize, and communicate data.

Answer 1

Answer: C. The ability to learn a concept and then appropriately apply the knowledge in another setting to achieve a higher level of understanding

Explanation:

Data literacy is the ability to read, work with, analyze, and argue with data.

It is, however, not similar to the ability to read the text since it requires certain skills involving reading and understanding data.

Employability skills are core skills and traits needed in nearly every job. They are soft skills that allow you to work well with others, apply knowledge to solve problems and fit into any work environment. They also include the professional skills that enable you to be successful in the workplace.

Answer 2

Answer:

D. The ability to access, assess, interpret, manipulate, summarize, and communicate data.

Explanation:

Data literacy lays emphasis on the strengths involved in working with data.