The Purpose of an Input Mask Is To

question 8

Multiple Choice

The purpose of an input mask is to:

• A)Disguise data when they are first input into a database
• B)Transform data from alphabetic to numeric formats
• C)Help users avoid data entry errors
• D)Hide sensitive data such as passwords onscreen

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Definitions:

External Benefits

Positive effects of a transaction that affect third parties not directly involved in the transaction.

External Costs

Costs that are not borne by the parties involved in an economic transaction but are imposed on other individuals or society at large, such as pollution or congestion.

Coase Theorem

A principle suggesting that if transaction costs are low, private bargains will efficiently resolve the allocation of resources and distribution of goods.

Zoning Ordinance

Legislation that divides an area into zones to specify allowable land uses and regulate building standards, to shape urban growth and land use.