Database System Concepts
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In order to provide a comprehensive explanation of a variable, one must first expound on the variable's other characteristics. To be more specific, a data type as well as other attributes define each variable. Describe in detail the fundamental idea that enables the characterization of the properties of any variable.
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- When defining a variable, the 'type' of the variable is not the only element that must be specified. To restate, every variable is associated with its own set of properties and data types. Explain in greater detail how this concept allows us to describe the properties of any variable.arrow_forwardA complete definition of a variable would include elaborate on the variable's other properties. To be more precise, a data type and other characteristics characterize all variables. Define the underlying concept that enables us to characterize any variable's characteristics.arrow_forwardIn order for a variable to be correctly defined, it is necessary, in addition, to provide an explanation of its other properties. According to a definition that is more technical, each variable is specified by a data type in addition to other qualities. Describe the general concept that underlies our ability to characterise the features of any given variable.arrow_forward
- One must explain a variable's other traits before explaining it. Each variable has a data type and other properties. Explain the basic concept that allows variable qualities to be characterised.arrow_forwardTo provide a complete definition, further information about a variable's properties must be included. All variables have their own unique characteristics, such as data type, that are specified by their context. Describe the underlying concept that enables us to characterize the characteristics of any variable.arrow_forwardThe "type" of a variable does not provide a comprehensive explanation of the variable's characteristics. Each variable has its own unique set of characteristics, including the information it stores and other aspects of its makeup. Provide an example of how this concept may be used to characterise a particular variable, and explain why it would be useful.arrow_forward
- A full definition of a variable would go into detail about the variable's other characteristics. All variables, specifically, have a data type and other distinguishing features. Provide a clear explanation of the basic idea that enables us to describe the features of any variable.arrow_forwardTo completely define a variable, it must include both its 'type' and its 'additional characteristics.' To put it another way, all variables have a data type as well as other attributes. Explain the concept that will allow us to describe any variable's attributes.arrow_forward
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