Q.1
Data is held in files which .......
  • are arranged as exact copies of the data capture forms
  • contain data arranged randomly
  • contain data in organised structure
  • store pieces of data wherever a space can be found
Q.2
A data file is divided into .......
  • chords
  • discs
  • records
  • tapes
Q.3
A data file record is divided into .......
  • fields
  • furrows
  • meadows
  • segments
Q.4
The fields in a record .......
  • all store the same data
  • all store the same type of data
  • are all the same size
  • store single items of data
Q.5
Different fields in the same record .......
  • always contain the same data
  • always have the same length - fixed size
  • never contain duplicate data
  • usually have different lengths - variable size
Q.6
A collection of data held together in an organised way .......
  • is called a database
  • is called a databaste
  • is called a filing cabinet
  • is difficult to keep tidy
Q.7
Which of these is not considered a database?
  • A box full of loose paper receipts
  • A name and address book listed alphabetically
  • The Electoral Roll
  • The Worldwide Web
Q.8
Databases store data in tables. Each row of a table.......
  • is a field
  • is a file
  • is a record
  • is an index
Q.9
Which would not be a field in a library book database?
  • Date book last issued
  • Date of purchase
  • ISBN number
  • Librarian's National Insurance number
Q.10
A single record in a data file .......
  • contains data about one object of interest
  • is the same as a database table
  • usually holds data about several objects of interest
  • will always contain a large number of fields
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