Question $1(25$ points$)$ Consider the following multiple choice questions.

I$)$ What is another term for data mining?

A$)$ Data Processing

B$)$ Knowledge Discovery

C$)$ Data Aggregation

D$)$ Information Retrieval

II$)$ What is the primary purpose of pattern discovery in data mining?

A$)$ Collecting raw data

B$)$ Identifying patterns, correlations, or trends

C$)$ Storing data

D$)$ Deleting irrelevant data

III$)$ Which of the following best describes predictive analysis in the context of data mining?

A$)$ It involves data cleaning and pre$-$processing.

B$)$ It forecasts outcomes based on historical data using statistical models and machine learning algorithms.

C$)$ It focuses on real$-$time data processing.

D$)$ It deals with data storage solutions.

IV$)$ Why is the data understanding step crucial in the data mining process?

A$)$ It is where data is stored for future use.

B$)$ The quality of data directly affects the results of data mining.

C$)$ It involves creating data visualizations.

D$)$ It is used to encrypt data for security purposes.

V$)$ Which fields commonly use data mining to discover patterns and inform decision making?

A$)$ Marketing, finance, healthcare, and research.

B$)$ Astronomy, agriculture, and linguistics.

C$)$ Literature, philosophy, and arts.

D$)$ Sports, gaming, and entertainment