In context of data normalization in database management system, relation is in…

2023

In context of data normalization in database management system, relation is in Boyce-Codd Normal Form if and only if every determinant is a _____ .

  1. A.

    Foreign key

  2. B.

    Non-primary key

  3. C.

    Alternate key

  4. D.

    Candidate key

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Correct answer: D

A relation is in BCNF if every determinant is a candidate key. This is stricter than the usual 3NF condition.

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