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CodingStart here. 5 questions · ~55 min
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SQL & Data Manipulation4 questions · ~44 min
Optimize a Slow SQL QueryHard
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Rewrite a slow PostgreSQL loan payment query to reduce scanned rows while preserving the required aggregated results.

database optimizationJoinsData WranglingCME Group
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Statistics & Probability4 questions · ~44 min
Probability of Sum NineEasy

Compute the probability that two fair six-sided dice add up to 9 by counting favorable outcomes over total outcomes.

DistributionsExpected ValueConditional ProbabilityCME Group
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Execution4 questions · ~44 min
Balancing Speed Quality and ScopeHard

Describe a time you had to choose between speed, quality, and scope, and how you aligned stakeholders around the trade-off.

Trade-offsRisk AssessmentScope ManagementCME Group
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Pipelines4 questions · ~44 min
Monitoring Tools for Data PipelinesEasy

Preferred tools and approach for monitoring and managing data pipelines in production.

InfrastructureToolsQualityCME Group
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Strategy4 questions · ~44 min
Tell Me About YourselfEasy

Craft a concise self-introduction that highlights fit, communication style, and relevance for an Account Executive role.

brand cultureBusiness AcumenCompetitive AnalysisCME Group
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More topics25 questions · ~275 min
Month-End Close ProcessHard

Explain a controlled month-end close, including reconciliations, accruals, variance analysis, review, and GAAP financial statement completion.

Accounting FundamentalsFinancial Statementsfinancial processesCME Group
Using Metrics to Drive DecisionsEasy

Explain how you used a KPI and supporting metrics to diagnose a product issue and make a concrete product decision.

Funnel AnalysisKPIsLeading IndicatorsCME Group
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