1. Did you know that Data Science is more than just numbers and coding?

   Data science invisibly powers so much around us, from streaming recommendations of the latest TV shows, to solving global challenges in health and finance. Test your knowledge with our True or False activity, filled with facts that explore the real-world impact of data science and debunk common myths!

2. The first widely known data scientist was Florence Nightingale, who used statistics to improve healthcare.
   This is true! Florence Nightingale is often credited as an early pioneer of data science, using statistical methods to improve hospital conditions.

3. More than 90% of the world’s data has been created in just the last two years.
   The explosion of digital information means that most of the world’s data is generated very quickly through everyday activities. That stat is true!

4. From 2024, data science technology can predict the weather with 99.8% accuracy.
   While data science helps improve weather predictions, it cannot guarantee even 99.8% accuracy due to the complex natural systems. This stat is false! But weather technology continues to improve every year.

5. Data scientists spend most of their time building advanced machine learning models.
   Surprisingly, about 80% of a data scientist’s time is spent cleaning and preparing data before analysis. This statement is false.

6. Data science played a crucial role in the Mars Rover mission.
   NASA used data science to analyse massive amounts of data from the Rover, helping identify areas of interest on the Martian surface. If you guessed ‘true’, you are right!

7. The world’s most valuable resource is oil, not data.
   Data has overtaken oil as the world’s most valuable resource, driving decision-making in almost every industry. This is false!

8. Learning data science requires advanced programming knowledge from day one: UC only accepts Australia’s top IT professionals.
   This is definitely false! Many data science tools have user-friendly interfaces, and students often start with basic programming skills before progressing to advanced techniques. UC champions accessibility and education for all — we care more about your future knowledge and setting you up for an impactful career.

9. The average person generates about 1.7 megabytes of data every minute.
   In today’s digital age, each person contributes significantly to the massive global data flow. This fact is true!

10. A Boeing 787 aircraft can generate 500GB of data during a single flight.
    Data science plays a critical role in helping airlines optimise routes, log fuel consumption and even passenger experience. The average figure of 500GB of generated data for a Boeing 787 is true.

11. Your social media posts are a treasure trove of data for businesses to improve their services.
    We suspect you might know this one… it’s true! Companies analyse social media data to understand trends and customer preferences.

How did you do?

We hope you enjoyed the quiz! If you learned something new, imagine how much you’ll learn when you study Data Science at UC! If you would like to explore your options further, we encourage you to book a time to chat with us. You’ll be able to have all your questions answered and receive personalised advice and support.