The Potential Inconsistency That Could Occur When There Are Multiple

question 26

Multiple Choice

The potential inconsistency that could occur when there are multiple occurrences of a specific data item in a database is called the

• A) update anomaly.
• B) insert anomaly.
• C) inconsistency anomaly.
• D) delete anomaly.

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Definitions:

Mechanisms

The underlying processes or systems that explain how something works or operates, often used in scientific and psychological contexts.

Piagetian

relating to the theories and work of Jean Piaget, a Swiss psychologist known for his studies on cognitive development in children.

Information-Processing Theorist

A person who studies how humans process information, focusing on mechanisms such as perception, memory, and problem-solving.

Child Development

The physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth that occurs from infancy through childhood and into adolescence.