Database Systems Quiz

What is the primary aim of the Database System course?

• To explore web development

• To focus solely on data mining

• To introduce concepts and types of database systems

• To teach programming languages

Which of the following is NOT a topic covered in the course?

• Data Models

• Client/Server & Object Oriented

• Machine Learning

• Normalization

What does DBMS stand for?

• Data Base Management Software

• Database Management System

• Database Model System

• Data Backup Management System

Which of the following is an advantage of using a DBMS?

• Increased data redundancy

• Improved data sharing

• Decreased data security

• Higher data inconsistency

What is the function of metadata?

• User access control

• Raw facts

• Data storage management

• Data about data

Which type of database allows multiple users at the same time?

• Multiuser database

• Desktop database

• Single-user database

• Centralized database

What is the purpose of normalization in databases?

• To simplify data retrieval

• To enhance data security

• To reduce data inconsistency

• To increase data redundancy

Which of the following describes structured data?

• Data that has been formatted

• Data in its original state

• Data that is unorganized

• Data that is semi-structured

What is a data warehouse used for?

• Storing operational data

• Managing user access

• Supporting day-to-day operations

• Storing data for tactical or strategic decisions

What does data independence mean?

• Data is always stored in a centralized location

• Data must be formatted for storage

• Data access remains unaffected by changes in data storage

• Data access changes with storage characteristics