Database Fundamentals — Question 97

This question requires that you evaluate the underlined text to determine if it is correct.
First normal form requires that a database excludes repeating groups.
Instructions: Review the underlined text. If it makes the statement correct, select "No change is needed." If the statement is incorrect, select the answer choice that makes the statement correct.

Answer options

• A. No change is needed.
• B. Composite keys
• C. Duplicate rows
• D. Foreign keys

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The statement regarding first normal form is accurate, as it indeed requires databases to eliminate repeating groups. The other options, such as composite keys, duplicate rows, and foreign keys, do not pertain to the definition of first normal form and therefore do not correct the statement.