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Reconciling Conflicting Report Metrics

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Problem

Explain your approach

Two ASI reports show different values for what appears to be the same metric. Describe how you would investigate the discrepancy using SQL and data manipulation techniques, including how you would validate metric definitions, compare filters, inspect join grain, detect duplicate inflation, and isolate the step where the numbers diverge.

What this tests

  • Reconciling conflicting report logic
  • Validating joins and aggregation grain
  • Using CTEs for side-by-side comparisons
  • Using window functions to detect duplicate or stale records
  • Communicating root cause clearly