Online Analytical Processing (OLAP) in Database Applications
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What does OLAP refer to in database applications?

  • Storing data in a flat, two-dimensional format
  • Encrypting sensitive information in databases
  • Quickly analyzing and querying large volumes of data (correct)
  • Creating data backups for disaster recovery

In OLAP, users can analyze data interactively from different perspectives including ___________

  • Data types, such as integers and strings
  • Database tables, fields, and records
  • Encrypted and decrypted data
  • Time, geography, product, or customer segment (correct)

What is one of the key capabilities of OLAP for users?

  • Downloading and printing raw database files
  • Performing complex calculations and creating ad-hoc reports (correct)
  • Creating new database tables on-the-fly
  • Running basic SELECT queries on a database

How is OLAP commonly utilized in business?

<p>To support decision-making processes through data analysis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does OLAP allow users to do with data to gain deeper insights?

<p>Drill down into detailed data (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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