The Update Anomaly in Unnormalized Databases

question 5

Multiple Choice

The update anomaly in unnormalized databases

• A)occurs because of data redundancy
• B)complicates adding records to the database
• C)may result in the loss of important data
• D)often results in excessive record insertions

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Definitions:

Parent Entity

A company that owns enough voting stock in another corporation to control management and operations by influencing or electing its board of directors.

Consolidation Worksheet

A tool used in the preparation of consolidated financial statements to combine the financial information of a parent company and its subsidiaries.

Non-controlling Interest

The portion of equity interest in a subsidiary not held by the parent company.