Understanding Databases and Data Representation
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What is the primary difference between structured and unstructured data?

  • Structured data includes numbers, text, and dates, while unstructured data includes images, video, and documents. (correct)
  • Structured data is processed for analyses in a data warehouse, while unstructured data is used for day-to-day operations.
  • Structured data is organized based on relationships, while unstructured data contains program-data dependencies.
  • Structured data is stored in a centralized database, while unstructured data is stored in a distributed database.

What defines a centralized database?

  • Supports concurrent users at a time.
  • Supports fault-tolerant mechanisms.
  • Used for day-to-day operations.
  • Data is located in a single site. (correct)

What characterizes an operational database?

  • Supports day-to-day operation for the organization. (correct)
  • Stores data used for analyses and generating reports.
  • Supports one user at a time.
  • Data is structured in relationships between entities.

What is the main purpose of a data warehouse in the context of databases?

<p>Used to generate information for analyses. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What issue arises from using a file processing system instead of a database?

<p>Data inconsistencies can occur with changes in one file. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a clustered database differ from a standalone database?

<p>A clustered database supports fault-tolerant mechanisms, unlike a standalone database. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a data warehouse from an operational database?

<p>Data warehouses support data analysis, while operational databases support day-to-day operations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of a file processing system in contrast to a database?

<p>File processing systems maintain program-data dependency, while databases do not. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a database, what does metadata specifically describe?

<p>The properties and context of user data in the database. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a clustered database?

<p>Supports fault-tolerant mechanisms. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of database architecture stores data located in different sites?

<p>Distributed database (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinguishing feature of a standalone database?

<p>Has no fault-tolerant mechanisms. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a centralized database as opposed to a distributed one?

<p>Stores data in a single site. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of operations does an operational database primarily support?

<p>Day-to-day operation for the organization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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