A Query Is Used to ________

question 19

Multiple Choice

A query is used to ________.

• A) organize and sort the data in a database
• B) allocate storage space for a database
• C) eliminate data duplication
• D) retrieve data from a database
• E) prevent illegal or illogical entries from entering the database

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Definitions:

Times Interest Earned Ratio

A financial metric assessing a company’s ability to meet its interest obligations from its operating income.

Income Tax Payments

Income tax payments are the amounts of money a company or individual must pay to the government, based on the income earned over a tax period.

Interest Expense

The cost incurred by an entity for borrowed funds, reflecting the interest payments on debts.

Debt-To-Equity Ratio

The debt-to-equity ratio is a measure of financial leverage, indicating the proportion of company financing that comes from creditors and investors, calculated as total liabilities divided by shareholders' equity.