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Which of the following best describes the purpose of normalization in database design?

easy📝 Conceptual Q1 of 15
SQL - Database Design and Normalization
Which of the following best describes the purpose of normalization in database design?
ATo make queries run slower for security reasons
BTo reduce data redundancy and improve data integrity
CTo increase the number of tables in the database
DTo store all data in a single large table
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand normalization goals

    Normalization organizes data to avoid duplication and inconsistencies.
  2. Step 2: Match purpose with options

    Only To reduce data redundancy and improve data integrity correctly states reducing redundancy and improving integrity.
  3. Final Answer:

    To reduce data redundancy and improve data integrity -> Option B
  4. Quick Check:

    Normalization purpose = Reduce redundancy and improve integrity [OK]
Quick Trick: Normalization reduces duplicate data and keeps data consistent [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Thinking normalization increases table count without purpose
  • Believing normalization slows queries intentionally
  • Assuming all data should be in one table

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