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FC0-U71 Practice Question: A database administrator is designing a…
A database administrator is designing a normalized database. Which TWO are benefits of normalization?
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Why each option matters
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Reduces data redundancy
Normalization reduces data redundancy (Option A) and eliminates update anomalies (Option B). Option C is false because normalization often increases the number of joins, which can degrade query performance. Option D is false because normalization decreases redundancy. Option E is false because normalization typically results in more tables, not fewer.
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Reduces data redundancy
Why this is correct
One of the main goals of normalization.
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Eliminates update anomalies
Why this is correct
Normalization prevents inconsistent data when updating.
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Improves query performance
Why it's wrong here
Normalization often increases joins, which can slow queries.
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Increases data redundancy
Why it's wrong here
Normalization actually reduces redundancy.
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Requires fewer tables
Why it's wrong here
Normalization typically results in more tables.
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