Database Systems and Electronic File Management

What is a general benefit of using databases and smart electronic devices in daily life?

• They make daily tasks more efficient and faster.

• They increase the need for manual record-keeping.

• They complicate simple transactions.

• They reduce the need for human interaction.

Which of the following is an application of a database system in daily life?

• A traditional abacus for calculations.

• A manual ledger for accounting.

• A fingerprint scanner for attendance.

• A handwritten diary for personal notes.

What best describes "data"?

• Processed facts used for decision-making.

• Raw facts that have meaning and can be used for problem-solving.

• Information that has been analyzed for validity.

• The final output of a problem-solving process.

What are the three main steps in the process of converting data into information?

• Storing, Retrieving, Deleting.

• Collecting, Processing, Analyzing.

• Inputting, Outputting, Archiving.

• Organizing, Summarizing, Presenting.

Which statement accurately describes a database?

• It is a collection of unrelated data.

• It is a storage space for data that is prone to redundancy.

• It facilitates storing, accessing, and updating data and information.

• It is primarily used for manual data entry and retrieval.

What are the two main types of file systems?

• Manual and Electronic

• Paper and Digital

• Local and Cloud

• Simple and Complex

Which of the following is a characteristic of a manual file system?

• Data is stored on computers

• Records are easily changed

• Accessing data is quick

• Requires a large physical space for storage

What is an advantage of an electronic file system over a manual file system?

• Data is stored on paper

• Records are difficult to change

• Accessing data takes a short time

• Requires large physical space

What is a key benefit of using a database system?

• It increases data redundancy

• It makes data difficult to access

• It helps maintain data integrity

• It requires more physical storage than manual systems

Which of the following is an example of a database system?

• A physical filing cabinet for patient records

• A spreadsheet used for personal budgeting

• A school examination analysis system (SAPS)

• A handwritten ledger for daily transactions