Which symbol denote derived attributes in ER Model?

2017

Which symbol denote derived attributes in ER Model?

  1. A.

    Double ellipse

  2. B.

    Dashed ellipse

  3. C.

    Squared ellipse

  4. D.

    Ellipse with attribute name underlined

Attempted by 1208 students.

Show answer & explanation

Correct answer: B

In the Entity-Relationship (ER) model, derived attributes are represented using a dashed ellipse. This distinguishes them from regular attributes (solid ellipse) and multivalued attributes (double ellipse). The dashed line indicates that the attribute's value is calculated or derived from other attributes.

A video solution is available for this question — log in and enroll to watch it.

Explore the full course: Isro