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The document is a quiz solution for a Database Systems course at the University of Management and Technology, detailing definitions of key terms such as data, information, database, and DBMS. It also compares file-based systems with database approaches regarding data redundancy, sharing, security, and consistency. Additionally, it references the ANSI-SPARC three-level architecture of a database system, discussing external, conceptual, and internal levels, as well as the importance of physical data independence.

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Quiz1-V10 - Sol

The document is a quiz solution for a Database Systems course at the University of Management and Technology, detailing definitions of key terms such as data, information, database, and DBMS. It also compares file-based systems with database approaches regarding data redundancy, sharing, security, and consistency. Additionally, it references the ANSI-SPARC three-level architecture of a database system, discussing external, conceptual, and internal levels, as well as the importance of physical data independence.

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University of Management and Technology

Department of Computer Science, School of Systems and Technology


Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: BS (CS)

Student ID: _________________ Student Name: ____________________

QUIZ # 01 - Solution
Course Title: Database Systems Course Code: CC-230
Course Instructor: Rida Ayesha Program: BS-CS
Section: V10 Semester: Spring 2025
Date: 11th April, 2025 Marks: 30
Instructions:
• Attempt all the questions.
• Copied answers will result in a zero!
• Quiz will be cancelled, if found cheating or communicating by any means.
• Questions will not be interpreted. Understanding the questions is an essential part of the
exam.
• Draw Diagrams where applicable.

Question 01: Define the following terms with suitable examples: (10 points) [CLO-1]

Answer:

Data Raw facts and figures that have not yet been processed to reveal meaning.
Example:
A list of numbers like 25, 45, 67 or entries like "Ali", "B+" are data points.
Information Definition:
Processed data that is meaningful and useful for decision-making.
Example:
From student data — "Ali scored 85% in the final exam" is information.
Data Definition: It is a subset of SQL used to define, modify, and delete the structure of
Definition database objects such as tables, schemas, indexes, and views.
Language Commands: Create, Alter, Drop & Truncate
(DDL)
Database Definition:
(DB) An organized collection of related data stored electronically, usually in a structured
format.
Example:
A university database that stores student records, course details, and faculty info.
Database Definition:
Management Software that manages databases and provides tools for storing, retrieving, and
System manipulating data securely and efficiently.
(DBMS) Example:
MySQL, Oracle, or Microsoft SQL Server are DBMS tools.

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University of Management and Technology
Department of Computer Science, School of Systems and Technology
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: BS (CS)

Student ID: _________________ Student Name: ____________________

Question 02: Compare the File-Based System with the Database Approach based on the
following aspects: (10 points) [CLO-1]

Answer:

Aspect File-Based System Database Approach (DBMS)


High – Same data is stored in
Data Low – Centralized data storage
multiple files leading to
Redundancy reduces redundancy.
duplication.
Easy – Multiple users and applications
Difficult – Each application has its
Data Sharing can share data from the centralized
own private files, limiting sharing.
system.
Limited – Security must be Strong – Centralized control with
Security
handled separately for each file. access permissions and authentication.
High – Redundant data may not be Low – Consistency is maintained
Data
updated uniformly, causing through centralized updates and
Inconsistency
mismatches. constraints.

Question 03: With reference to the ANSI-SPARC three-level architecture of a database


system: (10 points) [CLO-1]

a) Briefly explain the External, Conceptual, and Internal levels.


b) What is physical data independence, and why is it important?

Answer:

Aspect File-Based System Database Approach (DBMS)


High – Same data is stored in
Data Low – Centralized data storage
multiple files leading to
Redundancy reduces redundancy.
duplication.
Easy – Multiple users and applications
Difficult – Each application has its
Data Sharing can share data from the centralized
own private files, limiting sharing.
system.
Limited – Security must be Strong – Centralized control with
Security
handled separately for each file. access permissions and authentication.
High – Redundant data may not be Low – Consistency is maintained
Data
updated uniformly, causing through centralized updates and
Inconsistency
mismatches. constraints.

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