Database Fundamentals Quiz
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What term is used to describe a collection of related data items?

  • Attribute
  • Database
  • Table
  • Record (correct)

In a database table, what are the rows referred to as?

  • Attributes
  • Tuples (correct)
  • Relations
  • Records (correct)

Which of the following best describes a database?

  • An organized collection of related data (correct)
  • A collection of random facts stored without structure
  • An organized collection of unrelated items
  • An unstructured set of records

What are the vertical components of a table in a database called?

<p>Attributes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are the relationships in a database typically organized?

<p>Through tables and records (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Understanding Database Fundamentals

  • Data serves as the fundamental building block of databases, encapsulating facts that can carry implicit meaning, including text, numbers, and figures.
  • A record consists of a collection of related data items, representing a single entry in a database.
  • A table, also known as a relation, organizes these records into a structured format.
  • Within a table:
    • Attributes refer to the column headers that define the nature of data stored in that particular column.
    • Tuples or Records represent the individual entries in the rows of the table.
  • A database is defined as an organized collection of related data, facilitating easy access, management, and updating.
  • Databases are typically structured as records and tables, highlighting the relationships between different tables through keys and constraints.

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Test your knowledge on the foundational concepts of databases. This quiz covers essential terms like attributes, records, and the structure of tables. Dive into the definitions and relationships that make databases functional and organized.

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