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Test: DFo Section 1 Quiz
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Section 1
(Answer all questions in this section)
1. Using a database solution instead of a flat file eliminates all of the following issues except:
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Incorrect data (*)
Data entry anomalies
Inconsistency
Redundancy
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2. If information requirements are clearly communicated during conceptual modeling the

following will result:
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Delays due to reworking model caused by incorrect assumptions
A well designed conceptual model (*)
A conceptual model that does not fully reflect the business will be created.
Some business rules may not be taken into account
Correct
3. Documenting Business Requirements helps developers control the scope of the system and
prevents users from claiming that the new system does not meet their business requirements.
True or False?
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True (*)
False
Correct
4. When completing the conceptual modeling process we must take into account the following:
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Business Rules
Assumptions
Problems
All of the above (*)
Correct
5. Business rules help you understand the standardization procedure an organization follows when
handling huge data.
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True (*)
False
Correct
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6. Information is the result of combining, comparing and performing calculations on data.
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True (*)
False
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7. A database interacts with the data and provides the following facilities:
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Retrieving data
Inserting data
Deleting data
All of the above. (*)
Correct
8. What is the difference between "information" and "data"?
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Data is held and understood only by users.
Information and data have no differences - they are two words for the same thing.
Data turns into useful information. It is stored in a database and accessed by systems and users.
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Information is held and understood only by users.
Correct
9. Which transformation in computing allows for storage and delivery of applications and data
over the internet?
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Grid Computing
Mainframe computing
Desktop computing
Cloud Computing (*)
Correct
10. SQL *Plus is being used in the Oracle Academy courses to run SQL code. True or False?
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True
False (*)
Incorrect. Refer to Section 1 Lesson 1.
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11. The technical software requirements for this course include all of the following except:
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Oracle SQL Developer Data Modeler
Microsoft Access (*)
Oracle APEX application
All are requirements.
Correct
12. A flat file may contain many fields, often, with duplicate data that are prone to data
corruption.
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True (*)
False
Correct
13. A ___________ model describes a database in terms of tables, columns, and joins between
tables.
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Network
Object Oriented
Relational (*)
Hierarchical
Correct
14. In a _______ database model the data is organized into a tree-like structure and to retrieve
data the whole tree needs to be traversed starting from the root node.
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Object Oriented
Relational
Network
Hierarchical (*)
Correct
15. A network database comprises of a collection of records connected to one another through
links.
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True (*)
False
Correct
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Section 1
1. Which one of the following is not a goal of this course:
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Describing the purpose of a relational database.
Describing key business requirements of a database.
Database performance tuning. (*)
Using data modeling to build a database.
Correct
5. Which is the first step in the Database Development Process ?
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Build
Design
Testing
Strategy and Analysis (*)
Correct
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6. In a hierarchical database model the data is stored as records that are connected to one another
through ________.
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links (*)
fields
databases
primary keys
9. Business rules are important because_________.
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They can become outdated quickly.
They can all be incorporated into the database design structure.
They allow the developer to understand the relationship and constraints of the participating
entities (*)
They are complex and difficult to understand.
Correct
10. The reason or drive for using databases rather than files has been …
(Choose 3)
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Use of blocks
Integration of data for easier access and modification for complex transactions
(*)
Availability of data to a diverse set of users
(*)
Reduced redundancy of data
(*)
Correct
11. Once you have learned how to write programs and build systems, you no longer need any
input or involvement from any users as you are perfectly capable of delivering the systems that
businesses need and want.
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True. The only requirement for creating a perfect system is a perfect programmer.
True. Users never know what they want anyway, so building systems is best left to the
professionals.
True. Users delay the delivery of a system by changing their minds and adding new requirements.
False. Business requirements can and will change. For instance new legal requirements may arise.
(*)
Correct
12. Today, all industries have a need for database systems. True or False?
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True (*)
False
Correct
2. The transformations that have occurred in the computing world progressing in this order:
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Mainframe computing, Desktop computing, Client/Server Computing, Grid computing. (*)
Desktop computing, Grid computing, Client/Server computing, Mainframe computing.
Mainframe Computing, Desktop Computing, Grid Computing, Client/Server Computing.

Grid Computing, Desktop Computing, Mainfram Computing, Client/Server Computing
Correct
3. DBMS stands for :
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Database Management System (*)
Database Management Software
Database Manipulation System
Database Memory System
Correct
4. Select the business or industry that would not have a need for a database.SQLPlus
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Banking
Retail
Scientific Research
All these businesses could benefit from using a database. (*)
Correct
5. The strategies for learning used in this course include:
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Instructor led training
Industry recognized certification
Project driven curriculum
Correct
7. In a _______ database model the data is organized into a tree-like structure and to retrieve data
the whole tree needs to be traversed starting from the root node.
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Hierarchical (*)
Relational
Network
Object Oriented
Correct
9. In the relational database model, each table name must be unique. The column names in the table
must be unique too. You can have two different tables that have column names that are the same.
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True (*)
False
Correct
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Section 1
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Redundancy
Incorrect data (*)
Inconsistency
Correct
prevents users from claiming that the new system does not meet their business requirements. True
or False?
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True (*)
False
Correct
14. Business rules help you understand the standardization procedure an organization follows when
handling huge data.
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True (*)
False
Correct
15. All Business Rules can be modeled.
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True
False (*)
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Section 1
1. In a _______ database model the data is organized into a tree-like structure and to retrieve data
the whole tree needs to be traversed starting from the root node.
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Object Oriented
Relational
Network
Hierarchical (*)
Correct
2. A ___________ model describes a database in terms of tables, columns, and joins between tables.
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Network
Hierarchical
Relational (*)
Object Oriented
Correct
4. In the relational database model, each table name must be unique. The column names in the table
must be unique too. You can have two different tables that have column names that are the same.
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True (*)
False
Correct
6. Which of the following transformations in computing led to the increase in graphical user
interface (GUI) applications?
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Grid Computing
Desktop computing (*)
Client/Server Computing
Mainframe computing
Correct
7. A DBMS comprises of the following elements: (Choose 3)
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Memory and Storage Management
(*)
Data Dictionary
(*)
Client
Query language
(*)
Correct
9. Which one of the following is not a goal of this course:
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Describing the purpose of a relational database.
Describing key business requirements of a database.
Database performance tuning. (*)
Using data modeling to build a database.
Correct
10. The main subject areas taught by the Oracle Academy are:
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Systems programming and computer architecture
Data Modeling, SQL, and PL/SQL (*)
Computer Repairs
Database performance tuning
Correct
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prevents users from claiming that the new system does not meet their business requirements. True
or False?
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True (*)
False
Correct
13. Business ______ are used to understand business processes, and the nature, role, and scope of
the data.
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Mission Statements
Rules (*)
Goals
Processes
Correct
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Redundancy
Inconsistency
Incorrect data (*)
Correct
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Incorrect data (*)
Redundancy
Inconsistency
6. The technical software requirements for this course include all of the following except:
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Oracle SQL Developer Data Modeler
Microsoft Access (*)
Oracle APEX application

All are requirements.
Correct
9. Which of the following transformations in computing led to the increase in graphical user
interface (GUI) applications?
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Mainframe computing
Client/Server Computing
Desktop computing (*)
Grid Computing
Correct
12. A flat file may contain many fields, often, with duplicate data that are prone to data corruption.
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True (*)
False
Correct
13. The advantages of an object-oriented data model are:
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Reduced Maintenance
Real-World Modeling
Both A and B. (*)
Neither A or B.
Correct
15. A network database comprises of a collection of records connected to one another through links.
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True (*)
False
Correct
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Section 2
1. When mapping a relationship for an ERD relationship names must be included.
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True (*)
False
Correct
2. Which of the following statements is true regarding Implementation-Free logical models?
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The model changes depending on operating system that is being used.
The model does not need to implemented on a DBMS.
The model changes depending on the relational database software being used
The model stays the same regardless of the DBMS or operating system used. (*)
3. Using ERDish, which wording represents cardinality? (Choose Two)
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one only
one or more
(*)
one and only one
(*)
one or multiple
Correct
4. A conceptual model includes :
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Only Entities, Attributes and Unique Identifiers
Only Entities, Attributes and Relationships
Only Entities and Relationships (*)
Entities, Attributes, Unique Identifiers and Relationships
5. Which of the following are reasons we create conceptual models?
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It facilitates discussion; a picture is worth a thousand words
It forms important ideal system documentation
It takes into account government regulations and laws
It forms a sound basis for physical database design
Correct
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Section 2
6. In the relational model, relationships between relations or tables are created by using?
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Foreign Keys (*)
Primary Keys
Composite Keys
Candidate Keys
Correct
7. A row is called a record.
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True (*)
False
Correct
8. Which symbol is used to show that a particular attribute is mandatory?
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* (*)
&
Correct
9. Attributes that can be divided into smaller subparts are called________________.

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Volatile Attribute
Single Attribute
Mandatory Attribute
Composite Attribute (*)
Correct
10. Entity Boxes are drawn on an ERD using what type of shape?
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Hard Boxes
Rectangles
Diamonds
Soft Boxes (*)
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Section 2
11. A unique identifier made up of more than one attribute is called a __________.
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Unique UID
Foreign UID
Candidate UID
Composite UID (*)
12. Candidate UIDs must be made up of only one attribute.
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True
False (*)
13. A __________ relationship is a relationship between an entity and itself.
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Hierarchical
One to one
Recursive (*)
Mandatory
Correct
14. A foreign key is a column or combination of columns in one table that uniquely identifies a row
of another table.
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True (*)
False
Correct
15. Which of the following are true about Cardinality? (Choose two)
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Cardinality specifies only singularity or plurality, but not a specific plural number.
(*)
Cardinality specifies whether something is required or not.
Cardinality specifies a counting number (like 1, 2, 3, 4 etc.) in a relationship.
Cardinality tells "how many".
(*)
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Section 2
1. Which of the following are suitable Entity names? (Choose Two)
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DOGS
ANIMAL
(*)
DOG
(*)
ANIMALS
2. Entity names are always singular. True or False?
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True (*)
False
3. Which of the attributes is a volatile attribute?
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Eye color
Date of birth
Race
Age (*)
Correct
4. Flat file databases avoids data duplication. True or False?
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True
False (*)
Correct
5. By defining ________ and _____ keys, you can ensure that the integrity of the data in a table is
maintained.
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primary, secondary
primary, unique
foreign, unique
primary, foreign (*)
Correct
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Section 2
6. The logical model determines relationship optionality and cardinality
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True (*)
False
Correct
7. Many reasons exist for creating a conceptual model. Choose three appropriate reasons from the
options below.
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They capture current and future needs.
(*)
They accurately describe what a physical model will contain.
(*)
They capture the data values.
They capture the implementation details of the physical model.
They model functional and informational needs.
(*)
8. What is the purpose of a Unique Identifier?
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To identify a specific row within a table, using one or more columns and/or foreign keys.
To identify one unique instance of an entity by using one or more attributes and/or relationships. (*)
To uniquely determine a table and columns within that table.
Create an entity that is unlike any other entity aside from itself.
9. Which of the following would be good as a Unique Identifier for its Entity? (Choose Three)
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Vehicle Registration Number for Car
(*)
ISBN Number for Book
(*)
Date of birth for Baby
Personal Identification number for Person
(*)
Correct
10. One-to-Many relationships have cardinality of one or more in both directions. True or False?
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True
False (*)
Correct
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Section 2
11. If a relationship is mandatory there must be at least one instance of the corresponding entity
related to it.
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True (*)
False
Correct
12. A relationship is transformed from logical to physical model using _________.
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Candidate Keys
Secondary Keys
Foreign Keys (*)
Composite Keys
13. Data models are drawn to show users the actual Data that their new system will contain; only
Data listed on the Diagram can be entered into the Database. True or False?
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True
False (*)
14. ERDish includes the following except:
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Relationship Names
Data Values. (*)
Cardinality
Optionality
Correct
15. An ERD created using ERDish is a __________ representation of entities and their relationships to
each other.
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technical
textual
graphical (*)
hierarchical
Correct
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Section 2
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Diamonds
Hard Boxes
Rectangles
Soft Boxes (*)
Correct
2. A/an _________ is a piece of information that in some way describes an entity. It is a property of
the entity and it quantifies, qualifies, classifies, or specifies the entity.
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Attribute (*)
Process
Table
ERD
Correct
3. Which of the following entities most likely contains invalid attributes?
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Entity: Home. Attributes: Number of Bedrooms, Owner, Address, Date Built
Entity: Mother. Attributes: Name, Birthdate, Occupation, Number of Children
Entity: Pet. Attributes: Name, Birthdate, Owner
Entity: Car. Attributes: Owner Occupation, Owner Salary, Speed (*)
Correct
4. When mapping a relationship for an ERD relationship names must be included.
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True (*)
False
Correct
5. Which of the following statements about entity relationship diagrams (ERD) is true?
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Used to communicate the technical specifications of the database to users

Is a hard and fast document that cannot be changed once development of the database has begun.
Used to communicate the logical structure of the database to users. (*)
Used to communicate the physical structure of the database to users.
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Section 2
6. Data models are drawn to show users the actual Data that their new system will contain; only
Data listed on the Diagram can be entered into the Database. True or False?
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True
False (*)
Correct
7. A table must have a primary key. True or False?
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True (*)
False
Correct
8. A row is called a record.
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True (*)
False
Correct
9. Which of the following would be good as a Unique Identifier for its Entity? (Choose Three)
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Personal Identification number for Person
(*)
ISBN Number for Book
(*)
Vehicle Registration Number for Car
(*)
Date of birth for Baby
Correct
10. Primary UIDs are:
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Always comprised of numbers
Useful as an alternative means of identifying instances of an entity, independent of their datatype
Optional in data modeling.
Mandatory in data modeling (*)
Correct
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Section 2
11. The physical model shows all table structures. True or False.
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True (*)
False
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12. The logical model determines relationship optionality and cardinality
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True (*)
False
Correct
13. If a relationship is mandatory there must be at least one instance of the corresponding entity
related to it.
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True (*)
False
Correct
14. One-to-One relationships have _____________ of one to one in both directions.
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Optionality
Foreign Keys
Naming
Cardinality (*)
Correct
15. One-to-Many relationships have cardinality of one or more in both directions. True or False?
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True
False (*)
Correct
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Section 2
1. Which of the following statements are true? (Choose two)
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Relational systems pay more attention to retrieving data and making it accessible to the user.
(*)
Relational database systems are the main thrust behind SQL since it provides the language elements
needed to tie together the information in the database.
(*)
Flat file database systems pay more attention to retrieving data and making it accessible to the user,
whereas relational databases spend more energy updating indexes and data pointers.
Flat file database structures help eliminate redundant information.
2. Which of the following statements does not apply to relational databases?
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Relational databases relate tables to each other using common fields called keys.
Relational databases have a strong procedural orientation. (*)
Relational databases are simple to understand.
Tables are one of the basic components of relational databases.
Correct
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Correct
4. In a relational database system, the next step after creating a conceptual data model is to convert
it to a _________ .
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External data model
An entity-relation data model
Logical data model (*)
Internal data model
5. A __________ relationship is a relationship between an entity and itself.
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One to one
Recursive (*)
Hierarchical
Mandatory
Correct
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Section 2
6. A foreign key is a column or combination of columns in one table that uniquely identifies a row of
another table.
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True (*)
False
Correct
7. A relationship is transformed from logical to physical model using _________.
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Composite Keys
Foreign Keys (*)
Secondary Keys
Candidate Keys
Correct
8. When mapping a relationship for an ERD diagram both sides of the relationship have to be
mapped.
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True (*)
False
Correct
9. In an ERD diagram how is cardinality represented ? (Choose two)
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With a solid line
With a crow's foot
(*)
With a dotted line
With a single toe
(*)
Correct
10. The __________ model includes entities, attributes, UIDs, relationships as well as optionality and
cardinality of these items.
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Logical (*)
Physical
Conceptual
Hierarchical
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Section 2
11. The primary key uniquely identifies each row in a table and is based on the __________ from the
logical design.
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Secondary UID
Primary UID (*)
Candidate UID
Composite UID
Correct
12. A unique identifier made up of more than one attribute is called a __________.
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Candidate UID
Composite UID (*)
Unique UID
Foreign UID
13. An entity may have which of the following?
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Experiences
Instances (*)
Tables
None of the above
14. Entities are usually _____________.

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Verbs
Adjectives
Nouns (*)
Adverbs
Correct
15. Attributes that can be divided into smaller subparts are called________________.
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Mandatory Attribute
Volatile Attribute
Single Attribute
Composite Attribute (*)
Correct
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Section 2
1. The cardinality of a relationship can be _____________. (Choose two)
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one or more
(*)
one to one
one and only one
(*)
many to many
Correct
2. A foreign key is a column or combination of columns in one table that uniquely identifies a row of
another table.
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True (*)
False
Correct
3. The optionality of a relationship must be either _______ or _______.
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Bidirectional or a single direction
One or (One or More)
Single or Multiple
Mandatory or Optional (*)
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4. All entities must be given a new artificial UID. True or False?
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True
False (*)
5. The primary key uniquely identifies each row in a table and is based on the __________ from the
logical design.
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Primary UID (*)
Composite UID
Candidate UID
Secondary UID
Correct
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6. When creating entities in a logical model you must follow these rules: (Choose Two)
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Name them in Singular
(*)
Name them in Plural
Include Attributes
(*)
Exclude Attributes
Correct
7. Which of the attributes is a volatile attribute?
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Age (*)
Date of birth
Eye color
Race
Correct
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Soft Boxes (*)
Diamonds
Hard Boxes
Rectangles
Correct
9. Data modeling is performed for the following reasons: (Choose Two)
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We do not need datamodels; we can just start coding right away.
We draw an ERD solely to please the users; once completed, the ERD is never referred to again as it
serves no purpose in the real world.
The ERD becomes a blueprint for designing the actual system.
(*)
It helps discussions and reviews.
(*)
Correct
10. In an ERD diagram how is cardinality represented ? (Choose two)
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With a solid line
With a dotted line
With a single toe
(*)
With a crow's foot
(*)
Correct
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Section 2
11. An ERD created using ERDish is a __________ representation of entities and their relationships to
each other.
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graphical (*)
hierarchical
textual
technical
Correct
12. A _______ is a collection of records.
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column
table (*)
row
field
13. In the relational model, data is organized in a basic storage structure called a ____________.
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Tuples
Table (*)
Field
Row
Correct
14. In a relational database system, the next step after creating a conceptual data model is to
convert it to a _________ .
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Logical data model (*)
External data model
Internal data model
An entity-relation data model
Correct
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(1) Points

Correct
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Section 3
1. _____________ are converted to rows in the physical design.
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instances (*)
attributes
columns
entities
2. When mapping a many to many relationship it must first be resolved using _____________.
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An intersection entity (*)
Business Rules
Unique keys
An intermediary entity
Correct
3. Attribute names are converted to column names by _________________.
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Replacing underscores with dashes.
Replacing periods with commas.
Replacing spaces with underscores. (*)
Replacing numbers with letters.
Correct
4. A table is in 2NF if the table is in 1NF and what other condition is met?
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There are no repeating groups.
There are no functional dependencies.
There are no null values in primary key fields.
There are no attributes that are not functionally dependent on the relation's entire primary key. (*)
Correct
5. An entity without repeated values is said to be in __________.
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3rd normal form
4th normal form
2nd normal form
1st normal form (*)
Correct
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Section 3

6. According to ___________, an attribute must be dependent on its entity’s entire unique identifier.
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4th normal form
2nd normal form (*)
3rd normal form
1st normal form
7. Normalization is the process of organizing the attributes and entities of a relational database to
minimize ______________
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redundancy
data inconsistencies
anomalies
Correct
8. A table is in 1NF if …
(Choose 2)
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There is only one data value.
(*)
The entries in a column are of different type
There are no duplicate rows
(*)
Each row contains different columns

Correct
9. A recursive relationship has cardinality of ___________.
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One to Many
Many to Many
One to One
Cannot be determined without more information. (*)
10. The UIDs for a set of hierarchical entities can be propagated through multiple ________
relationships.
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recursive
barred (*)
one to one
arc
Correct
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Section 3
11. A _________ on a relationship line indicates the Relationship as Non-Tranferable.
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Triangle
Circle
Diamond (*)
Star
12. All instances of the supertype _____ be an instance of one of the subtypes.
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cannot
must (*)
will sometimes
may
13. Which of the following statements about subtypes is not true?
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Inherits all relationships of the supertype.
Inherits all attributes of the supertype.
Must have subtypes of its own. (*)
Never exists alone.
14. Modeling historical data can produce a unique identifier that includes dates. True or False?
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True (*)
False
Correct
15. Which of the following scenarios should be modeled so that historical data is kept? (Choose two)
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BABY and AGE
CUSTOMER and PAYMENTS
(*)
CUSTOMER and ORDERS
(*)
TEACHER and AGE
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1. Which of the following is true about subtypes?
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Subtypes must not be mutually exclusive.
One instance of a supertype may belong to two subtypes.
Subtypes must be mutually exclusive. (*)
Subtypes should not be exhaustive.
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Never exists alone.
Correct
3. Transferable relationships can only be mandatory, not optional. True or False?
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True
False (*)
4. All instances of the supertype _____ be an instance of one of the subtypes.
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may
must (*)
cannot
will sometimes
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5. Another name for a "barred relationship" is ________________.
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Hierarchical Relationship
Identifying Relationship (*)
Recursive Relationship
Supertype Relationship

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6. "Only teachers may supervise exams" is an example of which of the following?
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An attribute that should be stored on the PERSON entity
A structural business rule
A procedural business rule (*)
An attribute that is not be inherited from the PERSON supertype and is unique to the TEACHER
subtype
minimize ______________
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redundancy
anomalies
Correct
8. Why is it important to follow the rules of normalization?
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To reduce redundant data in the existing design

To increase the integrity of data and the design's stability
To eliminate other types of data inconsistencies and anomalies
To identify missing tables, columns, and constraints
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9. When data is only stored in one place in a database, the database conforms to the rules of
___________.
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Multiplication
Normalization (*)
Reduction
Normality
Correct
10. When is an entity in 2nd Normal Form?
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When all non-UID attributes are dependent upon the entire UID. (*)
When attributes with repeating or multi-values are removed.
When no attritibutes are mutually independent and all are fully dependent on the primary key.
None of the Above.
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11. An entity name is converted to a table name by making it plural.

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True (*)
False
12. _____________ are converted to rows in the physical design.
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instances (*)
attributes
entities
columns
Correct
13. In a physical data model, an attribute is represented as a/an
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Instance
Row
Column (*)
Foreign Key
Correct
14. A ______________ is frequently used to track information about a relationship that changes over
time.
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recursive relationship
many to many relationship

non-transferable relationship
intersection entity (*)
Correct
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True (*)
False
Correct
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time.
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Correct
2. Which of the following would be a logical constraint when modeling time for a City entity?
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Cites may change their names and/or country association if the borders of a country change. (*)
People are born in the city and people die in the city.
If you are doing a system for any French City, you would need security clearance.
Daily traffic patterns must be monitored to determine how many law enforcement officers are
needed.
Correct
3. A table is in 3NF if it has met all database requirements for both 1NF and 2NF and all transitive
dependencies are eliminated.
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True (*)
False
Correct
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subtype
Correct
5. The Rule of 3rd Normal Form states that No Non-UID attribute can be dependent on another non-
UID attribute. True or False?
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True (*)
False
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(Choose 2)
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(*)
(*)
Correct
minimize ______________
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redundancy
anomalies
Correct
8. When mapping a barred relationship a primary key and foreign key can be the same field.
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True (*)
False
Correct
9. When mapping a many to many relationship it must first be resolved using _____________.
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An intermediary entity
Business Rules
An intersection entity (*)
Unique keys
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10. The transformation from an ER diagram to a physical design involves changing terminology.
Primary Unique Identifiers in the ER diagram become __________ and relationships become
____________.
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Foreign keys, Primary keys
Primary keys, Foreign keys (*)
Unique Keys, Primary keys
Foreign keys, mandatory business rules
Correct
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11. Intersection Entities often have the relationships participating in the UID, so the relationships are
often barred. True or False?
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True (*)
False
Correct
12. All relationships participating in an arc must be mandatory. True or False?
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True
False (*)
13. Which of the following pairs of entities is most likely to be modeled as a M:M relationship?
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CAR and WHEEL
PERSON and FINGERPRINT
TREE and BRANCH
TEACHER and SUBJECT AREA (*)
Correct
14. If a relationship can NOT be moved between instances of the entities it connects, it is said to be:
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Optional
Mandatory
Transferable
Non-Transferable (*)
Correct
15. A ___________ relationship is created when the UID for an entity includes the relationship with
another entity.
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one to one
barred (*)
recursive
many to many
Correct
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True (*)
False
Correct
time.
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(1) Points
Correct
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(1) Points
Correct
4. Intersection Entities often have the relationships participating in the UID, so the relationships are
often barred. True or False?
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(1) Points
True (*)
False
Correct
5. Which of the following pairs of entities is most likely to be modeled as a M:M relationship?
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TREE and BRANCH
PERSON and FINGERPRINT
TEACHER and SUBJECT AREA (*)
CAR and WHEEL
Correct
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Never exists alone.
Correct
7. A recursive relationship has cardinality of ___________.
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One to Many
Many to Many
One to One
Cannot be determined without more information. (*)
8. When is an entity in 2nd Normal Form?
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When all non-UID attributes are dependent upon the entire UID. (*)
When attributes with repeating or multi-values are removed.
When no attritibutes are mutually independent and all are fully dependent on the primary key.
None of the Above.
Correct
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1st normal form
3rd normal form
4th normal form
2nd normal form (*)
10. If there is a column missing in an entity - normalization should identify this problem.
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True (*)
False
Correct
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Section 3
(Choose 2)
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(*)
(*)
Correct
12. A table is in 2NF if
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It meets the requirements for the 1 NF.
Each non-key attribute is fully functional dependent on the table's primary key.
Both A and B must be true. (*)
Neither A or B must be true.
Correct
13. Table names can contain all of the following except:
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Spaces (*)
Letters
Some special characters
Numbers
Correct
14. An entity name is converted to a table name by making it plural.
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True (*)
False
Correct
15. Attribute names are converted to column names by _________________.
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Replacing periods with commas.
Replacing spaces with underscores. (*)
Replacing numbers with letters.
Replacing underscores with dashes.
Correct
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Section 3
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(1) Points
True (*)
False
Correct
2. Which of the following would be a logical constraint when modeling time for a City entity?
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(1) Points
If you are doing a system for any French City, you would need security clearance.
People are born in the city and people die in the city.
Cites may change their names and/or country association if the borders of a country change. (*)
Daily traffic patterns must be monitored to determine how many law enforcement officers are
needed.
Correct
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(1) Points
subtype
Correct
4. When data is only stored in one place in a database, the database conforms to the rules of
___________.
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(1) Points
Normality
Reduction
Multiplication
Normalization (*)
Correct
5. Normalizing an Entity to 1st Normal Form is done by removing any attributes that contain muliple
values. True or False?
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(1) Points
True (*)
False
Correct
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6. A table is in 3NF if it has met all database requirements for both 1NF and 2NF and all transitive
dependencies are eliminated.
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(1) Points
True (*)
False
Correct
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2nd normal form (*)
3rd normal form
4th normal form
1st normal form
Correct
8. A non-transferable relationship means the detail _____ be changed to point to a new master.
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can not (*)
sometimes can
can
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9. You can only create relationships to a Supertype, not to a Subtype. True or False?
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True
False (*)
10. Which of the following is true about subtypes?
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One instance of a supertype may belong to two subtypes.
Subtypes must not be mutually exclusive.
Subtypes must be mutually exclusive. (*)
Subtypes should not be exhaustive.
Correct
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Section 3
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(1) Points
Correct
12. The "Other" subtype is mandatory. True or False?
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(1) Points
True
False (*)
13. Table names can contain all of the following except:
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(1) Points
Numbers
Letters
Spaces (*)
Some special characters
Correct
14. When converting attribute names to columns __________ are frequently used.
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(1) Points
numbers
spaces
special characters
abbreviations (*)
Correct
15. We take the primary key from the "one" table and place it on the "many" table to create a
foreign key.
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(1) Points
True (*)
False
Correct
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Test: DFo Section 1 Quiz

(Answer all questions in this section)

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Incorrect data (*)

Data entry anomalies

2. If information requirements are clearly communicated during conceptual modeling the

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Delays due to reworking model caused by incorrect assumptions

A well designed conceptual model (*)

Some business rules may not be taken into account

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All of the above (*)

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Test: DFo Section 1 Quiz

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6. Information is the result of combining, comparing and performing calculations on data.

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All of the above. (*)

8. What is the difference between "information" and "data"?

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Data is held and understood only by users.

Information is held and understood only by users.

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Cloud Computing (*)

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Incorrect. Refer to Section 1 Lesson 1.

Test: DFo Section 1 Quiz

(Answer all questions in this section)

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Oracle SQL Developer Data Modeler

Microsoft Access (*)

Oracle APEX application

All are requirements.

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Test: DFo Section 1 Quiz

(Answer all questions in this section)

1. Which one of the following is not a goal of this course:

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Describing the purpose of a relational database.

Describing key business requirements of a database.

Database performance tuning. (*)

Using data modeling to build a database.

5. Which is the first step in the Database Development Process ?

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Strategy and Analysis (*)

Test: DFo Section 1 Quiz

(Answer all questions in this section)

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Incorrect. Refer to Section 1 Lesson 3.

9. Business rules are important because_________.

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They can become outdated quickly.

They can all be incorporated into the database design structure.

They are complex and difficult to understand.

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Availability of data to a diverse set of users

Reduced redundancy of data

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