Accounting Information Systems
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780357156032
Author: Ulric J. Gelinas; Richard B. Dull; Patrick Wheeler
Publisher: Cengage Limited
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Chapter 6, Problem 6DQ
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To explain: The alternate problems that might occur with the alternative strategy.
Introduction:
Relational database:
It is a collection of multiple data sets constituted by rows, columns, and tables. It aids in developing a well-established relationship between different database tables. Information is shared between these tables for efficient use.
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