Because a Partial Dependency Can Exist Only When a Table's

question 15

Short Answer

Because a partial dependency can exist only when a table's primary key is composed of several attributes, a table whose _____ key consists of only a single attribute is automatically in 2NF once it is in 1NF.

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Definitions:

Economic Profit

The difference between a firm's total revenue and its total costs, including both explicit and implicit costs.

Average Cost

The total cost divided by the quantity produced, representing the cost per unit of output.

Demand Curve

A graphical representation of the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity demanded by consumers at various prices.

Monopolistic Competitor

A firm operating in a market structure where many companies sell products that are similar but not identical, leading to competition based on product differentiation rather than price.