The Problem of Changes Being Incorrectly Recorded in a Database

question 20

Multiple Choice

The problem of changes being incorrectly recorded in a database is known as

• A)an update anomaly.
• B)an insert anomaly.
• C)a delete anomaly.
• D)a memory anomaly.

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Definitions:

Allocation Basis

A method or principle used to distribute costs or revenues among various accounts or periods.

Weighted-Average Method

An inventory costing method that assigns a cost to inventory on the basis of the average cost of all similar items in inventory, weighted by the quantity of each item.

Direct Materials Cost

The cost of raw materials and components that go directly into the production of a product.

Work In Process Inventory

The value of all the materials, labor, and overhead costs for products that are partially completed by a company.