A Classic Example of Unneeded Normalization Is When We Are

question 95

Multiple Choice

A classic example of unneeded normalization is when we are dealing with ________.

• A)ZIP codes
• B)sales orders and line items
• C)association patterns
• D)multivalued dependencies
• E)general purpose remarks columns

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Definitions:

Rival Firms

Companies that compete directly with one another in the same industry or market.

Downward-sloping Demand

A market phenomenon where demand for a product decreases as the price increases, indicating consumers buy less of the product at higher prices.

Competitive Price-searcher

A firm operating in a market where it must search for the optimal price that balances its desire for profits with the need to remain competitive.