When a Dimension Participates in a Hierarchy, the Database Designer

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True/False

When a dimension participates in a hierarchy, the database designer can normalize the dimension into a nested set of tables with 1:M relationships between them.

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Definitions:

Permanent/Temporary

Categories of accounts in accounting where permanent accounts appear on the balance sheet and temporary accounts are closed at year's end, affecting income summary.

Normal Balance

The side (debit or credit) of an account that is increased, indicating the typical balance of that account in accordance with the double-entry bookkeeping system.

Financial Statement

Summarized reports that convey the financial status, performance, and cash flows of a business or individual over a specific period.

Permanent/Temporary

Categories that describe the expected tenure or duration of a job, position, or assignment, denoting whether it is expected to last indefinitely (permanent) or for a limited time period (temporary).