Information Systems and Computer Applications CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the primary purpose of a database?

  1. To store data

  2. To organize data

  3. To display data

  4. To create data

The correct answer is: To store data

A database is a structured collection of data that is organized and stored for easy retrieval and management. The primary purpose of a database is to store data, making it easier to store and retrieve data than other methods such as paper or Excel spreadsheets. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because they are not the primary purpose of a database. While organizing data and displaying data are important functions of a database, they are secondary to the main purpose of storing data. Additionally, databases do not create data, but rather store data inputted by users or generated by other sources.