The Data in a Data Warehouse

question 34

Multiple Choice

The data in a data warehouse:

• A) are updated constantly in real time.
• B) are updated in batch mode, approximately once per day.
• C) are not updated.
• D) are purged constantly as new data enter.
• E) are available for MIS analysts, but not users.

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Definitions:

Profitability

A measure of the efficiency and effectiveness of a company in generating profit from its operations.

Accounts Receivable Turnover

A financial ratio that measures how efficiently a company collects cash from credit sales by comparing net credit sales with the average accounts receivable balance.

Net Credit Sales

The total amount of sales made on credit, subtracting returns and allowances.

Accounts Receivable

Money owed to a company by its customers for goods or services that have been delivered or used but not yet paid for.