Which of the Following Is True of Entities

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of entities?

• A)Entities have an identifier whose value is associated with every entity in the data model.
• B)Entities can only represent a logical construct or transaction, not a physical object.
• C)The characteristics of entities are described by attributes.
• D)The names of entities are always plural.

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Definitions:

Donee Beneficiary

A party who benefits from a contract made between two other parties, without any obligations to perform or pay.

Intended Beneficiary

An individual or group for whom a contract is specifically made to benefit, granting them certain rights or benefits.

Creditor Beneficiary

A creditor beneficiary is a third party that benefits from a contract in which one party (the promisor) agrees to pay a debt owed to the beneficiary by the other party (promisee).

Incidental Beneficiary

A third party who might benefit from a contract between two other parties but does not have legal rights to enforce the contract terms.