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DS0-001 Database Structures And SQL Practice Question

To prevent unauthorized access to specific columns in a 'Salary' table, which object should be created for the reporting team?

Answer choices

Why each option matters

Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.

Correct answer & explanation

View

A view can be used to expose only specific columns to a user or group, effectively hiding sensitive data like salaries.

Answer analysis

Option-by-option breakdown

For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.

  • View

    Why this is correct

    Views are frequently used to restrict access to sensitive table data.

  • Index

    Why it's wrong here

    An index is for performance, not access control.

  • Sequence

    Why it's wrong here

    A sequence generates numeric identifiers.

  • Stored Procedure

    Why it's wrong here

    Stored procedures are for logic, not typically for simple column restriction.

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