Week1 - Introduction to Databases / Explore

The questions can come in any order, so make sure you are selecting right option for all questions.

In the three-tier architecture, what functions does the Application Layer primarily handle?

    (b) Business logic and application processing

What component is responsible for interacting directly with the database management system in the three-tier architecture?

    (d) Database Layer

What role does a database system play in business applications?

    (b) Efficiently storing and retrieving business data

What is the primary purpose of a database system?

    (b) To manage and organize data efficiently

What is the primary role of the Storage Management component in a database system?

    (c) Organizing and managing storage structures like tables and indexes

Why is the three-tier architecture preferred in many database systems?

    (c) It improves scalability and maintenance

Which layer ensures that data consistency and integrity are maintained in a three-tier DBMS architecture?

    (d) Database Layer

What is a primary application of a database system?

    (b) Efficient data management

Which component of a database system is responsible for handling core functionality such as CRUD operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete)?

    (c) Database Engine

In the context of a database system, which component is responsible for optimizing SQL queries for better performance?

    (d) Query Processor

Why is data organization a crucial aspect of a database system?

    (c) To ensure efficient storage and retrieval of information

In which of the following scenarios would a database system be most beneficial?

    (b) Storing and managing large amounts of customer information for an online store

What is the primary purpose of the Presentation Layer in a three-tier DBMS architecture?

    User interface and interaction