Database Software Basics

Question 1

What best describes a relational database?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: a database containing tables that are connected by common fields

Question 2

Which statements describe disadvantages of using flat files? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: It is easy to make errors when updating data.; B: Updating data can be time-consuming.; D: There is a tendency for duplicate information.

Question 3

What are advantages of using a relational database instead of a flat file? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: reports generated from specific fields; C: data easier to sort, filter, and summarize; E: easier to draw comparisons from data; G: reduced likelihood of storing duplicate data

Question 4

What are examples of data duplication in flat files? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: a table with three records for student ID # 459100388; C: a multiple-choice question with two identical answers

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