Experiencing MIS
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Chapter 5, Problem 1UYK
a.
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Data fields
The possible tables of data and possible data fields are
- Industry statistics
- Market research
- Industry analysis
- Market size
- Industry trends
- Growth and profit forecasts
- Industry trends
- Industry information
- Research
- Financial ...
b.
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Using a spreadsheet
“Yes”, spreadsheet can be used for tracking data.
Reason
- Spreadsheets are mainly used to store and sort data...
c.
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Relationships
- In the context of databases, a relationship is a situation that exists between two relational
database tables. - It allows relational databases t...
d.
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Database components
- The database components needed are data entry forms and reports.
- Data entry form is main...
e.
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Personal Database Management System (DBMS)
- This application is used for a single user at a time...
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