1.
SG Preliminary Data Checks for ________
Post-Race Data Checks for 27/07/2018 to 29/07/2018
Explanation
The given answer is the correct date format for July 30, 2018. The date is written in two formats: "30/07/2018" and "30/7/2018". Both formats are commonly used to represent dates, with the first format being the more standard format in many countries. Therefore, the answer is correct and represents the date range for the post-race data checks from July 27, 2018, to July 29, 2018.
2.
Whenever we reprocess a missing race card in Data Store, we still need to raise an Event ticket for documentation. Once we resolve the ticket, what should be the resolution code?
Correct Answer
B. Resolved – Workaround
Explanation
When reprocessing a missing race card in Data Store, a resolution code of "Resolved - Workaround" should be used once the Event ticket for documentation is resolved. This indicates that the issue has been resolved with a temporary solution or workaround, rather than a permanent fix or involving an external vendor or third party.
3.
I need to raise a ticket for the missing race results for multiple races on 08/08/2018. Affected races are:
Launceston R1-R5 (Tab)
Rockhampton R1-R9 (Tab)
Pinjarra R1-R4 (Non-tab)
The Impact should be based on their total prize money, including the non-tab races.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given answer is true because the impact of the missing race results should be based on the total prize money of all the affected races, including both the tab and non-tab races. By considering the total prize money, the significance and financial implications of the missing results can be accurately assessed.
4.
When you have to raise a ticket for the UK-HorseWeightIsNull violation during live session, what should be the Issue Category?
Correct Answer
B. Missing/Incomplete Data
Explanation
The correct answer is "Missing/Incomplete Data" because the UK-HorseWeightIsNull violation suggests that there is a problem with the data related to horse weight. Specifically, it indicates that the horse weight information is missing or incomplete. Therefore, the appropriate issue category to select when raising a ticket for this violation would be "Missing/Incomplete Data."
5.
In the USG Final Pool Size Check, even if you have confirmed that the affected race was abandoned, you still need to raise a JIRA for documentation.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
In the USG Final Pool Size Check, raising a JIRA for documentation is not necessary if it has been confirmed that the affected race was abandoned. This implies that the statement "even if you have confirmed that the affected race was abandoned, you still need to raise a JIRA for documentation" is incorrect. Therefore, the correct answer is False.
6.
For US Fair races, if you encounter the RaceMustHaveAtLeast2NonScratchedRunners violation and you have confirmed that race has only ________ runner/s, you can abandon the race.
Correct Answer
1,one
Explanation
If you encounter the RaceMustHaveAtLeast2NonScratchedRunners violation in US Fair races, it means that the race must have at least two non-scratched runners to be considered valid. In this case, the answer states that if you have confirmed that the race has only one runner, you can abandon the race. This means that if there is only one runner remaining in the race, it does not meet the minimum requirement of two non-scratched runners, and therefore, it is not a valid race.
7.
We can acknowledge the FinishTimeIsNull violation for PMH races.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement is false because we cannot acknowledge the FinishTimeIsNull violation for PMH races. This suggests that there is a violation related to the finish time being null in PMH races, but we cannot acknowledge or accept it as valid.
8.
The new correct track venues that we are checking for AU are Pakenham, Newcastle and ________.
Correct Answer
Morphettville
Explanation
The given question is asking for the third correct track venue that is being checked for AU. The first two venues mentioned are Pakenham and Newcastle. The correct answer, Morphettville, completes the list of venues that are being checked.
9.
You have raised a JIRA for WinOddsIsNull violation. Later on, you have realized that it is a non-tab race so you need to close the ticket. The Root Cause Code for this scenario is:
Correct Answer
B. Skill-based error
Explanation
The correct answer for this scenario is "Skill-based error". This is because the mistake of raising a JIRA for WinOddsIsNull violation in a non-tab race is attributed to a lack of skill or knowledge in understanding the race type. It is not a data issue or a known error, but rather a human error based on the individual's skill level.
10.
I need to downgrade the ticket from Critical/High to Minor/Low since the analyst who conducted the initial data checks incorrectly set the Impact and Urgency. Based on my findings, affected races were PMH races. These are the complete steps that I should follow:
1. Leave a comment in the JIRA: Hi SA, I need to downgrade the ticket from Critical/High to Minor/Low due to incorrect input of the first analyst.
2. SA approves
3. I’ll now downgrade the ticket
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The explanation for the correct answer (False) is that the given steps do not include the analyst correcting the Impact and Urgency settings. The steps only mention leaving a comment and getting approval to downgrade the ticket, but do not mention actually correcting the initial data checks. Therefore, the answer is false.
11.
If a MissingResults violation is due to a missing race card that is still not fixed, there is no need for you to raise a ticket for the MissingResults violation.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
If a MissingResults violation is caused by a missing race card that has not been resolved yet, there is no requirement for the user to submit a ticket for the violation. This implies that the responsibility for fixing the missing race card lies with someone else, and the user does not need to take any further action. Therefore, the statement "True" is correct.
12.
What type of race is this?
Correct Answer
B. Harness
Explanation
This race is a harness race. Harness racing is a type of horse racing where the horses pull a two-wheeled cart called a sulky, driven by a driver known as a "driver" or "pilot". The horses in harness racing trot or pace, meaning they move their legs in a specific gait. This is different from gallops, where horses run at a full gallop, mounted trot, where horses are ridden by jockeys, and flat racing, where horses run on a flat track without obstacles.
13.
During the AU Mappings check, if there is a duplicate mapping for ________, we need to raise an Incident ticket and change the assigned group to 2nd line DEx.
Correct Answer
DT,Directab,Direct Tab
Explanation
If there is a duplicate mapping for "DT" during the AU Mappings check, an Incident ticket needs to be raised and the assigned group should be changed to 2nd line DEx.
14.
Troubleshooting: UK Correct Track Check
What should you input in the Venue Code field if there is a Newcastle meeting for the day?
Correct Answer
GBNEE
Explanation
The correct answer is GBNEE. In the context of troubleshooting the UK Correct Track Check, the Venue Code field is used to identify the location of a meeting. Since there is a meeting in Newcastle for the day, the appropriate code to input would be GBNEE, which represents the Newcastle venue.
15.
If you encounter BarrierDrawIsNull violation during GRV live session, we are allowed to manually set the barrier draw of the runner from tab.com.au.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
During a GRV live session, if a BarrierDrawIsNull violation occurs, we are not allowed to manually set the barrier draw of the runner from tab.com.au. Therefore, the correct answer is false.
16.
Which of the following violations can be ignored across all markets?
Correct Answer
A. AcceptableRangeEloRatingStdev
Explanation
The acceptable range for Elo rating standard deviation can be ignored across all markets. This means that the deviation in Elo ratings, which is a measure of skill level in competitive games, is within an acceptable range and does not need to be considered as a violation.
17.
What is the first step that we can do to resolve the missing race cards for SG/MY that are published in source?
Correct Answer
B. Try to download
Explanation
The first step that can be taken to resolve the missing race cards for SG/MY that are published in the source is to try to download them. This suggests that there may be an issue with the downloading process, and attempting to download the race cards again could potentially resolve the problem.
18.
During AU Live Session Monitoring, we need to start checking for any missing BF odds at ________ minutes before TTJ.
Correct Answer
Ten,10,10?
Explanation
During AU Live Session Monitoring, it is necessary to start checking for any missing BF odds at ten minutes before TTJ. The repetition of the number "10" in the answer suggests that the blank should be filled with the word "Ten" and the numerical value "10" to indicate the specific time frame for monitoring.
19.
FR: Race-level mappings to be checked during data checks.
Correct Answer
C. GT
Explanation
The correct answer is GT, which stands for "All of the above". This means that all of the options listed (CE, CE_FR, and GT) are race-level mappings that need to be checked during data checks.
20.
The status for the Basic Checks should be Not Ok even if the missing race card was resolved since we still need 1st line to run the process.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The status for the Basic Checks should not be "Not Ok" even if the missing race card was resolved. This is because the missing race card was the only issue mentioned in the question, and once it is resolved, there would be no other reason for the Basic Checks status to be "Not Ok". Therefore, the correct answer is False.
21.
The Data Source/Project for the SG market is ________
Correct Answer
DT
22.
In the UK Correct Track Check, if the xml file shows Lingfiled (A.W) as the course, the race_type is “FLT” and there is no ISAW field, no action is needed.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
If the xml file shows Lingfield (A.W) as the course, the race_type is "FLT" and there is no ISAW field, it means that the race is a Flat race and there is no issue with the track check. Therefore, no action is needed. However, the correct answer is False, which means that action is actually needed in this scenario.
23.
For GRV HorseWeightIsNull violation, when do we report in Skype that the weights are still incomplete or a runner is missing on the list?
Correct Answer
B. 15mins
Explanation
We report in Skype that the weights are still incomplete or a runner is missing on the list after 15 minutes.
24.
What is the Impact and Urgency for the combined missing P1 and P2 race cards?
Correct Answer
D. Critical– depends on the SST of the 1st race of the market
Explanation
The combined missing P1 and P2 race cards have a critical impact and urgency. The impact is determined by the prize money, which is high. Additionally, the urgency is also critical and depends on the SST (Scheduled Start Time) of the 1st race of the market. The missing race cards are crucial for the proper functioning and organization of the races, and their absence can have significant consequences.
25.
Based on the JIRA format, what should be the JIRA title for this issue?
Violation: WinOddsIsNull
Affected races: Hobart R1, R3, R5, R8
Correct Answer
B. WinOddsIsNull for Hobart R1, R3, R5, R8
Explanation
The JIRA title for this issue should be "WinOddsIsNull for Hobart R1, R3, R5, R8" because it accurately describes the issue and specifies the affected races.
26.
For JPJRA Slope Training Records, the report is being checked during?
Correct Answer
D. All of the above
Explanation
The correct answer is "All of the above" because the report for JPJRA Slope Training Records is checked during all stages of data checks, including initial, preliminary, and final checks. This ensures that the data in the report is accurate and reliable.
27.
We are instructed not to raise a ticket regarding missing DOAU odds. But once you have confirmed that it is indeed missing at least 3 hours before the first race, we need to advice 1st line via Skype.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The correct answer is False. The statement contradicts itself by stating that we are instructed not to raise a ticket regarding missing DOAU odds, but then says that we need to advise 1st line via Skype if it is indeed missing. Therefore, the statement is not true.
28.
If we have a FinishTimeIsNull violation for FR, we need to raise a JIRA separately for PMU and PMH since they have different troubleshooting procedures.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
If we have a FinishTimeIsNull violation for FR, we do not need to raise a JIRA separately for PMU and PMH since they have the same troubleshooting procedures. Therefore, the given statement is false.
29.
For the JockeyPostRaceMismatchAAP violation, we add affected races in DAASM-856. As a common practice, we send the following to our SAs to update the file:
Jockey names and IDs in AAP, RISA, Global and ________
Correct Answer
RT,RacingTab
30.
In the SG market, all races are Flat races.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
In the SG market, all races are flat races. This means that there are no races that involve obstacles such as hurdles or fences. Instead, all races are run on a flat track. Therefore, the statement "all races are flat races" is true.