Database and Data Concepts Quiz
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Who is responsible for maintaining the database?

  • End Users
  • System Developers
  • Data/Database Administrators (correct)
  • Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
  • What is the purpose of the Logical Design phase in the Systems Development Life Cycle?

  • To use enterprise modeling
  • To elicit information requirements (correct)
  • To design detailed specifications
  • To request a study
  • Who are the personnel responsible for designing databases and software?

  • Data/Database Administrators
  • System Developers (correct)
  • Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
  • End Users
  • What is the deliverable of the Analysis phase in the Systems Development Life Cycle?

    <p>Functional system specifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of database architecture involves personal databases and enterprise applications such as ERP systems and data warehousing implementations?

    <p>Multi-tiered client/server database architecture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of a Database Management System (DBMS)?

    <p>To manage data resources like an operating system manages hardware resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the disadvantage of file processing systems that is addressed by the database approach?

    <p>Limited data sharing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does metadata refer to in the context of databases?

    <p>Data that describes the properties and context of user data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an advantage of the database approach over file processing systems?

    <p>Increased application development productivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a database in the database environment?

    <p>To serve as a storehouse of the data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of a Database Management System (DBMS)?

    <p>To create, maintain, and provide controlled access to user databases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Logical Design phase in the Systems Development Life Cycle?

    <p>To ensure data consistency and sharing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for maintaining the database in a database environment?

    <p>Database administrators (DBAs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of database architecture involves personal databases and enterprise applications such as ERP systems and data warehousing implementations?

    <p>Relational database architecture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the disadvantage of file processing systems that is addressed by the database approach?

    <p>Limited data sharing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of System Developers in the database environment?

    <p>Designing databases and software</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which phase of the Systems Development Life Cycle is the purpose of information requirements elicitation and structuring fulfilled?

    <p>Physical Design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of database architecture involves personal databases, Two-tier and N-tier Client/Server databases, and enterprise applications like Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems?

    <p>Multi-tiered client/server database architecture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the Deliverable in the Systems Development Life Cycle's Physical Design phase?

    <p>Detailed design specifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the personnel responsible for maintaining the database in the database environment?

    <p>Database Administrators</p> Signup and view all the answers

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