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What is the primary function of a database?
What is the primary function of a database?
- To create charts and graphs for data analysis
- To store and organize data for quick and easy access (correct)
- To encrypt data for security purposes
- To print out hard copies of data
How is a database different from a regular list of items?
How is a database different from a regular list of items?
- It is limited to storing names only
- It does not require a computer system
- It allows for data manipulation and analysis (correct)
- It cannot be accessed electronically
Which software program is specifically mentioned as a tool for managing databases in the lesson?
Which software program is specifically mentioned as a tool for managing databases in the lesson?
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Access (correct)
- Microsoft Outlook
In what context can databases be commonly observed in action?
In what context can databases be commonly observed in action?
What analogy is used to help understand the concept of a database in the text?
What analogy is used to help understand the concept of a database in the text?
What aspect distinguishes databases from spreadsheets like Microsoft Excel?
What aspect distinguishes databases from spreadsheets like Microsoft Excel?
What does Access use to store its lists of data?
What does Access use to store its lists of data?
Why does the text mention that Access is stronger at handling non-numerical data than Excel?
Why does the text mention that Access is stronger at handling non-numerical data than Excel?
What sets databases apart from other ways of storing data?
What sets databases apart from other ways of storing data?
In a simple database with friends' names and types of cookies, what do you add to keep track of batches of cookies made?
In a simple database with friends' names and types of cookies, what do you add to keep track of batches of cookies made?
What type of database does the text refer to when discussing how objects relate to each other?
What type of database does the text refer to when discussing how objects relate to each other?
Why is Excel not as suitable as Access for storing non-numerical data?
Why is Excel not as suitable as Access for storing non-numerical data?
