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Quiz on Connecting to Databases in Power BI

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Power BI connects to enterprise databases like SQL Server, MySQL, and Oracle to provide live or imported data for analysis. Using DirectQuery or Import mode, users can build interactive reports from secure, large-scale data sources. Understanding database connections, authentication methods, and gateway requirements ensures smooth integration.

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Question 1 of 15
1. Question
Which menu path is used to connect to SQL Server in Power BI Desktop?
- Home > Get Data > SQL Server
- File > Import > SQL Server
- Data > Connect > Database
- View > SQL Connection
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Question 2 of 15
2. Question
Which two modes are available when connecting to a database in Power BI?
- Import and DirectQuery
- DirectQuery and Live Connection
- Import and Push Dataset
- Streaming and Live
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Question 3 of 15
3. Question
Which authentication methods are supported for SQL Server in Power BI?
- Windows, Database, Microsoft Account
- Only Windows
- Only Database username/password
- API Key only
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Question 4 of 15
4. Question
To connect to MySQL in Power BI Desktop, you must first:
- Enable Power Query
- Install the MySQL Connector/ODBC driver
- Create a .csv export
- Set up a data gateway
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Question 5 of 15
5. Question
Which port is the default for SQL Server connections?
- 1521
- 3306
- 1433
- 8080
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Question 6 of 15
6. Question
Which port is the default for MySQL connections?
- 3306
- 1433
- 1521
- 8080
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Question 7 of 15
7. Question
Which port is the default for Oracle database connections?
- 1433
- 3306
- 1521
- 8080
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Question 8 of 15
8. Question
In Power BI, connecting to an Oracle database requires:
- Microsoft SQL driver
- Oracle Data Access Components (ODAC) or Oracle Client
- MySQL ODBC driver
- Gateway only
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Question 9 of 15
9. Question
Which mode is recommended for very large datasets in Power BI to avoid memory overload?
- Import
- DirectQuery
- Live Connection
- Push Dataset
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Question 10 of 15
10. Question
Can Power BI schedule automatic refresh for on-premises SQL Server databases?
- Yes, without any setup
- Yes, using an On-premises Data Gateway
- No, manual refresh only
- Only in Premium workspaces
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Question 11 of 15
11. Question
Which statement is TRUE about connecting to a database in Power BI?
- Import mode always shows real-time data
- DirectQuery mode reflects live changes in the database
- DirectQuery stores the data in the Power BI file
- Import mode requires a constant internet connection
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Question 12 of 15
12. Question
When connecting to SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS) in Power BI, the connection type is usually:
- Import
- DirectQuery
- Live Connection
- Push Dataset
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Question 13 of 15
13. Question
Which Power BI transformation step is most important when importing database tables?
- Promote Headers
- Remove Unnecessary Columns
- Change Data Types
- All of the above
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Question 14 of 15
14. Question
When using DirectQuery, certain Power BI features may be:
- Faster than Import mode
- Limited compared to Import mode
- Unchanged
- Automatically converted to Import
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Question 15 of 15
15. Question
Which database connection method is most suitable for cloud-hosted MySQL databases in Power BI Service?
- On-premises Data Gateway
- Direct cloud connection using credentials
- CSV export
- Live connection via SSAS
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Summary

These Connecting to Databases in Power BI MCQs cover SQL Server, MySQL, and Oracle connections, including ports, authentication methods, required drivers, and Import vs. DirectQuery modes. Mastering these concepts ensures smooth, secure, and optimized database integration in Power BI.

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