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Without going into detail, they wanted both Python code for transforming raw data into data in some form from which one could make predictions, as well as a written description of what was done, why, and the modeling approach one would take.
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Interviewed at DICK'S Sporting Goods

3.8
Feb 18, 2022

Without going into detail, they wanted both Python code for transforming raw data into data in some form from which one could make predictions, as well as a written description of what was done, why, and the modeling approach one would take.

(The only numerical question requiring Excel/Calculator) Finally, gave me a probability based, expected default rate question. The exact question was that the company has to calculate the expected default rate given the minimum return they look for is 15% over lease value. The given lease value was $1000, and the scaling factor (lease cost) was 60% of lease value. Another cost, the cost of service that the company bears is $50, which is taken from customer while making the deal. Now, to simplify there were only 2 possible outcomes mentioned which is full payment over 12 months or default before the payments start.
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Interviewed at Progressive Leasing

3.6
Jan 27, 2025

(The only numerical question requiring Excel/Calculator) Finally, gave me a probability based, expected default rate question. The exact question was that the company has to calculate the expected default rate given the minimum return they look for is 15% over lease value. The given lease value was $1000, and the scaling factor (lease cost) was 60% of lease value. Another cost, the cost of service that the company bears is $50, which is taken from customer while making the deal. Now, to simplify there were only 2 possible outcomes mentioned which is full payment over 12 months or default before the payments start.

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