WGU C724 Information systems Unit 4 (Data resource management) Questions and Answers|
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Select the best definition to describe a database. A database is a set of data that are
organized and easily searchable through queries.
Which of the following terms represents a set of data, typically aligned as a row in a table?
Record
Which of the following terms defines a database entity? Something for which a business
collects data
Assume you are are explaining the types of servers involved in databases to a group of
coworkers. You note that a _________ is a dedicated computer that stores database files and
database management systems. database server
Which item below is NOT a database model?
Relational
Structured
Object Structured
If you were setting up a new database, which of the following items would represent "objects"
in your database? Reports
When designing a database, you must consider its use or function. One type of database is
OLAP. What does it stand for and what is it used for? OLAP stands for online analytical
processing and are databases used to assist decision making.
Which database model connects or relates different data tables using common fields called
primary keys? Relational
, Which of the following attributes or fields would be a good choice for a primary key?
Student ID
Which of the following is not a database model?
Hierarchical
Object defined
Relational
Flat file Object defined
You are helping to design a spreadsheet table for accounting. You explain to the team that a
spreadsheet table is similar to a database; the difference is that database tables have ________
Relationships
Frank works as a database administrator and focuses a lot of time and attention on data
integrity and the quality of data in the database. What are some of the desirable characteristics
of data integrity that he should look for in his work? (Select all that apply.)
Accuracy
Duplication
Consistency Accuracy
Consistency
What is a key advantage in business in having a web-based database rather than a client-server
traditional database? access from anywhere
What kind of database management system enables businesses to create new records and
update and delete records, providing real time information for decision making? Online
transaction processing
New Update with 100% Correct Answers
Select the best definition to describe a database. A database is a set of data that are
organized and easily searchable through queries.
Which of the following terms represents a set of data, typically aligned as a row in a table?
Record
Which of the following terms defines a database entity? Something for which a business
collects data
Assume you are are explaining the types of servers involved in databases to a group of
coworkers. You note that a _________ is a dedicated computer that stores database files and
database management systems. database server
Which item below is NOT a database model?
Relational
Structured
Object Structured
If you were setting up a new database, which of the following items would represent "objects"
in your database? Reports
When designing a database, you must consider its use or function. One type of database is
OLAP. What does it stand for and what is it used for? OLAP stands for online analytical
processing and are databases used to assist decision making.
Which database model connects or relates different data tables using common fields called
primary keys? Relational
, Which of the following attributes or fields would be a good choice for a primary key?
Student ID
Which of the following is not a database model?
Hierarchical
Object defined
Relational
Flat file Object defined
You are helping to design a spreadsheet table for accounting. You explain to the team that a
spreadsheet table is similar to a database; the difference is that database tables have ________
Relationships
Frank works as a database administrator and focuses a lot of time and attention on data
integrity and the quality of data in the database. What are some of the desirable characteristics
of data integrity that he should look for in his work? (Select all that apply.)
Accuracy
Duplication
Consistency Accuracy
Consistency
What is a key advantage in business in having a web-based database rather than a client-server
traditional database? access from anywhere
What kind of database management system enables businesses to create new records and
update and delete records, providing real time information for decision making? Online
transaction processing
