An Attribute in a Relation of a Database That Serves

question 21

Multiple Choice

An attribute in a relation of a database that serves as the primary key of another relation in the same database is called a:

• A) link attribute.
• B) link key.
• C) foreign key.
• D) foreign attribute.

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Definitions:

Reacquired Shares

Shares that have been repurchased by the issuing company, reducing the amount of outstanding stock on the open market.

Common Stock

Common Stock represents equity ownership in a corporation, granting holders voting rights and a share in the company's profits through dividends.

Retained Earnings

The portion of net income left over for the business after it has paid out dividends to its shareholders, indicated on the balance sheet.

Net Income

The conclusive profit of a corporation post-deduction of all operational costs and taxation from the aggregate revenue.