Question

    The primary mechanism for providing context for data is....................

    A information Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Metadata Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C database Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D file Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Metadata is defined as the data providing information about one or more aspects of the data; it is used to summarize basic information about data which can make tracking and working with specific data easier. Some examples include: Means of creation of the data. Purpose of the data. Time and date of creation.

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