Normalization of Database Table Flashcards
1
Q
It is a process for evaluating and correcting table structures to minimize data redundancies,
thereby reducing the likelihood of data anomalies.
A
Normalization
2
Q
It produces a lower normal form; that is, a 3NF will be converted to a 2NF through denormalization.
A
Denormalization
3
Q
It exists when there is a functional dependence in which
the determinant is only part of the primary key
A
Partial Dependency
4
Q
It exists when there are functional dependencies such that X → Y, Y → Z, and X is the primary key.
A
Transitive Dependency
5
Q
It derives its name from the fact that a group of multiple
entries of the same type can exist for any single key attribute occurrence.
A
Repeating Group