Recall & Review
beginner
What is a table in computing?
A table is a way to organize data in rows and columns, like a grid or spreadsheet, where each cell holds a piece of information.
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beginner
Define a row in a table.
A row is a horizontal line of cells in a table. It usually represents one complete record or item.
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What is a column in a table?
A column is a vertical line of cells in a table. It holds all the values for a single attribute or category.
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intermediate
How do rows and columns work together in a table?
Rows and columns intersect to form cells. Each cell holds data for the attribute (column) of a specific record (row).
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beginner
Give a real-life example of a table with rows and columns.
A school attendance sheet: columns are days of the week, rows are students, and each cell shows if a student was present or absent on a day.
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What does a column in a table represent?
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Columns run vertically and hold data for one attribute across all records.
Which part of a table represents one complete record?
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Rows run horizontally and represent one complete record or item.
In a table, what is the intersection of a row and a column called?
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A cell is where a row and column meet, holding a single data value.
Which analogy best describes a table?
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A table is like a grid or spreadsheet with rows and columns organizing data.
If a table has 5 rows and 3 columns, how many cells does it have?
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Total cells = rows × columns = 5 × 3 = 15.
Explain what rows and columns are in a table and how they help organize data.
Think about how a spreadsheet looks with horizontal and vertical lines.
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Describe a real-life example of a table and identify its rows and columns.
Consider something you see every day that uses a grid layout.
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