Using a DDBMS (Distributed Database Management System) Offers as an Advantage

question 96

Multiple Choice

Using a DDBMS (distributed database management system) offers as an advantage that ____.

• A)the system is scalable, so new data sites can be added without reworking the system design
• B)data stored closer to users can reduce network traffic
• C)with data stored in various locations, the system is less likely to experience a catastrophic failure
• D)the architecture of the system is simple and easy to manage

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