What is the purpose of parameters?

• A. To create tables for specified variables
• B. To allow data to be filtered at runtime
• C. To exclude members from a Cube View
• D. To exclude members from a Quick View

Answer: (B)

Parameters are used to accept user-supplied values that influence what data is retrieved and shown. By wiring a parameter into a cube view or calculation, you can filter the data at runtime—choosing a specific year, scenario, or other dimension value—without changing the underlying data structure. This makes reports flexible and interactive, allowing dynamic analysis as you switch parameter values. They aren’t meant for creating tables or for excluding members from a Cube View or Quick View; those tasks rely on different features like data modeling constructs or view/member filters.