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What is the primary function of data in the context of a database?

  • To provide a framework for data management
  • To aid in producing information based on facts (correct)
  • To organize data in a hierarchical format
  • To produce information directly
  • What is a key characteristic of a modern DBMS in terms of user access?

  • Users are categorized based on their level of expertise
  • All users have equal rights and permissions
  • Users have limited access to data retrieval
  • Users are categorized based on their purpose of access (correct)
  • What was the traditional way of organizing data before the advent of DBMS?

  • Centralized database
  • File formats (correct)
  • Hierarchical structure
  • Decentralized system
  • What is the primary advantage of an n-tier architecture in a DBMS?

    <p>It allows for independent modification of individual modules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a DBMS in terms of data storage?

    <p>To make it easier to retrieve, manipulate, and produce information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of a 1-tier architecture in DBMS?

    <p>The DBMS is the only entity that the user directly interacts with.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which data model is best suited for the conceptual design of a database?

    <p>Entity-Relationship Model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of a multiple-tier database architecture?

    <p>It is highly modifiable due to independent components.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a database schema?

    <p>To formulate the constraints that are to be applied on the data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis of the Relational Model in DBMS?

    <p>First-order predicate logic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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