Briefly Describe Data Mining

question 8

Essay

Briefly describe data mining.

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Definitions:

Joint Costs

The costs that are incurred from producing two or more products in the same process.

Split-Off

A point in the manufacturing process where joint products are separated and continue through the production process as distinct items.

Sales Margin

The difference between the selling price of a product and its cost of sales, usually represented as a percentage of sales.

Changing Technology

The rapid evolution and adoption of new techniques, tools, and software which can disrupt industries and alter business operations.