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Which of the following is not a suggested guideline for table design?
Which of the following is not a suggested guideline for table design?
- Store data in their smallest parts.
- Avoid date arithmetic. (correct)
- Include all necessary data.
- Link tables using common fields.
What determines the amount of space a field uses in a database?
What determines the amount of space a field uses in a database?
- Field size
- Data type (correct)
- Caption property
- Normalization
In which view can the table be when entering, deleting, or editing data?
In which view can the table be when entering, deleting, or editing data?
- Data can only be entered in a form.
- The table must be in Datasheet view.
- The table must be in Design view.
- The table can be in either Datasheet or Design view. (correct)
Which statement about importing data into Access is true?
Which statement about importing data into Access is true?
What is the main reason to set a validation rule in Access?
What is the main reason to set a validation rule in Access?
An illustration of a one-to-many relationship would be:
An illustration of a one-to-many relationship would be:
Where must a query’s specifications be entered regarding the records to include?
Where must a query’s specifications be entered regarding the records to include?
When adding date criteria in Query Design view, what delimits the dates you enter?
When adding date criteria in Query Design view, what delimits the dates you enter?
Flashcards
Table Design Guidelines (Exception)
Table Design Guidelines (Exception)
Storing data in their smallest parts and avoiding date arithmetic are aspects of effective database design. Including all necessary data and linking tables with common fields are also important considerations.
Database Field Size Determination
Database Field Size Determination
The amount of space a field uses in a database is determined by the data type of that field.
Data Entry View
Data Entry View
Data in a database table can be entered, deleted, or modified while in Datasheet view. Design view isn't necessary for basic data updates.
Import Wizard Functionality (Access)
Import Wizard Functionality (Access)
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Validation Rule Purpose
Validation Rule Purpose
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One-to-Many Relationship Example
One-to-Many Relationship Example
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Query Criteria Location
Query Criteria Location
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Date Criteria Delimiters
Date Criteria Delimiters
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Study Notes
Table Design Guidelines
- Avoid date arithmetic in table design.
- Store data in smallest parts possible.
- Include necessary data in the table.
- Link tables using common fields.
Field Size Determination
- Field size is not the primary determinant for field space; data type is.
Data Entry, Deletion, and Editing
- Data can be entered, deleted, and edited in Datasheet view.
Importing Data into Access
- The Import Wizard can import data from various sources, not only Excel.
- The wizard is on the External Data tab, not Create.
- You cannot assign a primary key during import.
- Imported table designs can be modified in Access.
Validation Rules
- Validation rules restrict incorrect entries.
One-to-Many Relationships
- A customer can have multiple accounts (one-to-many).
Query Specifications in Design View
- Query specifications for records to include are entered on the Criteria row.
Date Criteria in Query Design
- Dates in queries are delimited by pound signs (#).
Query Copying vs. Creating
- Copying an existing query is more efficient if the new query uses the same tables & fields and has similar criteria.
Access Query Wizard
- Criteria can be added in the Query Wizard.
- Related tables can be selected.
- Fields of various data types are permissible.
- Summarizing data is not mandatory with the Query Wizard.
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Description
Test your knowledge on essential database design guidelines and principles. This quiz covers topics such as table design, data entry, validation rules, and relationships in databases. Ideal for students and professionals looking to solidify their understanding of database management systems.
