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What is the primary function of a database management system (DBMS)?

To store user data in the database
To enforce referential integrity constraints
To serve as an intermediary between the users and the database (correct)
To create the database itself

Which of the following is not a characteristic of a relational database?

Stores metadata outside the database
Requires application programs to create and maintain the database
Self-describing collection of related tables
Allows for efficient data analysis on the production database (correct)

What is the relationship between users and a database system?

Users are considered part of the database
Users are responsible for maintaining the database backup and recovery systems
Users are not considered part of the database (correct)
Users are responsible for creating the database structure

Which of the following is the purpose of metadata in a database?

To describe the structure of the database (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is responsible for creating, maintaining, and supporting database backup and recovery systems?

The application programs (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the main purpose of a database system?

To serve as an intermediary between users and the database (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an application program in relation to referential integrity constraints?

Enforcing referential integrity constraints (C) Signup and view all the answers

How are database systems described in terms of users?

Users are not considered part of a database (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of a relational database being self-describing?

The database maintains a record of its own structure (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which component is NOT responsible for creating, maintaining, and supporting database backup systems?

Metadata (D) Signup and view all the answers

In what capacity do users interact with the database management system (DBMS)?

Through an application program (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of data analysis in relation to databases?

On the production database (A) Signup and view all the answers

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