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What is the main requirement for a database to be in First Normal Form (1NF)?
What is the main requirement for a database to be in First Normal Form (1NF)?
- All rows must be unique with no duplicate rows (correct)
- All non-prime attributes should be fully functionally dependent on the candidate key
- Each cell can only contain a single value
- All data must be atomic and non-divisible
In the context of database normalization, what is the solution for the problem of identical rows?
In the context of database normalization, what is the solution for the problem of identical rows?
- Add an order ID as a primary key (correct)
- Ensure that all non-prime attributes are fully functionally dependent on the candidate key
- Create a separate table with order items
- Split the customer name into first name and last name
What is the main requirement for a database to be in Second Normal Form (2NF)?
What is the main requirement for a database to be in Second Normal Form (2NF)?
- Each cell can only contain a single value
- All non-prime attributes should be fully functionally dependent on the candidate key
- The database must be in First Normal Form (correct)
- All rows must be unique with no duplicate rows
What is a candidate key in the context of database normalization?
What is a candidate key in the context of database normalization?
What is the solution for the problem of each cell containing a single value in First Normal Form?
What is the solution for the problem of each cell containing a single value in First Normal Form?
What is the main requirement for a database to be in Third Normal Form (3NF)?
What is the main requirement for a database to be in Third Normal Form (3NF)?
Which type of key is a set of attributes that can uniquely identify a tuple, except for the primary key?
Which type of key is a set of attributes that can uniquely identify a tuple, except for the primary key?
In a relational database, what is the primary purpose of a super key?
In a relational database, what is the primary purpose of a super key?
Which type of key is used to point to the primary key of another table?
Which type of key is used to point to the primary key of another table?
What kind of dependency occurs when one non-prime attribute is dependent on another non-prime attribute?
What kind of dependency occurs when one non-prime attribute is dependent on another non-prime attribute?
Which type of key uniquely identifies one and only one instance of an entity in a relational database?
Which type of key uniquely identifies one and only one instance of an entity in a relational database?
In the context of a relational database, what is the most suitable key used to uniquely identify any record or row of data from a table?
In the context of a relational database, what is the most suitable key used to uniquely identify any record or row of data from a table?
If a table is not in 2NF because the Course Fee is only dependent on the primary key to determine the course fee, what kind of dependency does this represent?
If a table is not in 2NF because the Course Fee is only dependent on the primary key to determine the course fee, what kind of dependency does this represent?
What type of keys are as strong as the primary key and can uniquely identify a tuple in a relation?
What type of keys are as strong as the primary key and can uniquely identify a tuple in a relation?
In a relational database, which type of keys are used to uniquely identify any record or row of data from the table?
In a relational database, which type of keys are used to uniquely identify any record or row of data from the table?
What kind of keys are used to point to the primary key of another table in a relational database?
What kind of keys are used to point to the primary key of another table in a relational database?
Flashcards
First Normal Form (1NF)
First Normal Form (1NF)
Each row in the table must be unique, meaning there are no duplicate rows.
Solution for Identical Rows
Solution for Identical Rows
Adding an order ID as a primary key helps solve the problem of identical rows in a database.
Second Normal Form (2NF)
Second Normal Form (2NF)
The database must meet the requirements of First Normal Form (1NF).
Candidate Key
Candidate Key
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Solution for Single Value per Cell
Solution for Single Value per Cell
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Third Normal Form (3NF)
Third Normal Form (3NF)
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Candidate Key
Candidate Key
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Super Key
Super Key
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Foreign Key
Foreign Key
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Transitive Dependency
Transitive Dependency
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Primary Key
Primary Key
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Primary Key (Best for Identification)
Primary Key (Best for Identification)
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Partial Dependency
Partial Dependency
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Candidate Keys
Candidate Keys
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Primary Keys
Primary Keys
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Foreign Keys
Foreign Keys
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Study Notes
Database Normalization
- A database is in First Normal Form (1NF) if each cell contains a single value.
- The solution for the problem of identical rows is to eliminate duplicate rows.
- A database is in Second Normal Form (2NF) if it is in 1NF and all non-prime attributes are fully functional dependent on the primary key.
- A candidate key is a set of attributes that can uniquely identify a tuple in a relational database.
- A primary key is a type of candidate key that is selected to uniquely identify an entity in a relational database.
Types of Keys
- A super key is a set of attributes that can uniquely identify a tuple, and is used to identify any record or row of data from a table.
- A foreign key is used to point to the primary key of another table in a relational database.
- Alternate keys are as strong as the primary key and can uniquely identify a tuple in a relation.
- The primary key is the most suitable key used to uniquely identify any record or row of data from a table.
Dependency
- Transitive dependency occurs when one non-prime attribute is dependent on another non-prime attribute.
- Partial dependency occurs when a non-prime attribute is dependent on only one part of the primary key, such as the Course Fee being dependent on the Course ID.
Key Concepts
- A primary key uniquely identifies one and only one instance of an entity in a relational database.
- A foreign key is a type of key used to point to the primary key of another table in a relational database.
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