Database Quiz

What is a database?

• A. A system designed to store small amounts of data

• B. A digital system that is designed to store large amounts of data

• C. A manual system for managing data

• D. A type of software for creating websites

Which of the following is NOT a reason why databases are used?

• A. To manage data - store, retrieve & manipulate data

• B. To ensure data integrity

• C. To enable concurrent access

• D. To create graphic designs

What does ensuring data integrity in a database mean?

• A. Ensuring that data is always encrypted

• B. Ensuring that certain fields are always populated or that relationships between different pieces of data are maintained

• C. Ensuring that data is always backed up

• D. Ensuring that data is always accessible offline

What is an example of a database application mentioned in the document?

• A. Social media platform

• B. Online marketplace (e.g. Amazon)

• C. Email service

• D. Weather forecasting system

What type of data might an inventory management database contain?

• A. User login details

• B. Product name, description, price, quantity in stock

• C. Weather data

• D. Social media posts

What were the Yellow Pages?

• A type of computer software

• A paper-based database

• An online search engine

• A social media platform

Before computerized databases, how were birthdays organized?

• By year

• By month

• By day

• By name

How were addresses stored in paper-based databases?

• In alphabetical order

• In logical order of 'surname'

• By street name

• By city

In paper-based databases, how were telephone numbers organized?

• By area code

• By profession

• By first name

• By last name

What do search engines use to find the right websites for you?

• A) A vast computerised database

• B) A small local database

• C) A manual search process

• D) A random selection method