[Data/Analysis] How do you validate data quality before using numbers to support a recommendation?

Instruction: Answer this as a business analyst who wants to use data responsibly before making a recommendation.

Context: Assesses whether the candidate can show caution and discipline when using data in BA decisions.

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Before I use data to support a recommendation, I want to know what the data really represents, how complete it is, how current it is, and what assumptions are built into it. I am careful about using numbers that look precise but are based on inconsistent definitions, missing cases, or workflow behavior that changed recently.

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