data representation Flashcards

(26 cards)

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What is data representation?

A

Data representation is the method of storing, processing, and transmitting data in a format that can be understood by computers.

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True or False: Data representation only involves numerical data.

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False

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Fill in the blank: In binary representation, the digits used are _____ and _____.

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0, 1

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4
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What is the binary equivalent of the decimal number 10?

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1010

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5
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Which of the following is a common data representation format? A) JSON B) HTML C) XML D) All of the above

A

D) All of the above

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6
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What does ASCII stand for?

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American Standard Code for Information Interchange

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True or False: Unicode can represent characters from multiple languages.

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True

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What is the primary purpose of data encoding?

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To convert data into a format suitable for transmission or storage.

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Fill in the blank: A _____ is a collection of bits that represent a single character.

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byte

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What is the hexadecimal representation of the decimal number 255?

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FF

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True or False: Data representation does not affect data integrity.

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False

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What is a common use of binary trees in data representation?

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To efficiently store and retrieve hierarchical data.

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What is the purpose of using compression in data representation?

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To reduce the size of data for storage or transmission.

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Which data representation format uses tags to define elements? A) JSON B) XML C) CSV D) TXT

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B) XML

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What is the main advantage of using a floating-point representation?

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It allows for the representation of very large or very small numbers.

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16
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Fill in the blank: The process of converting data from one format to another is known as _____ .

17
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True or False: Data representation is only relevant in computer science.

18
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What does the term ‘metadata’ refer to?

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Data that provides information about other data.

19
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What is a key benefit of using structured data representation?

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It enhances data retrieval and analysis.

20
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of good data representation? A) Clarity B) Consistency C) Ambiguity D) Accuracy

21
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Fill in the blank: A _____ is a standard format for exchanging data between systems.

22
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What is the main purpose of data normalization in databases?

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To reduce data redundancy and improve data integrity.

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True or False: Data representation techniques do not evolve over time.

24
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What is the significance of the term ‘endianness’ in data representation?

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It refers to the order in which bytes are arranged in memory.

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What is a common format for representing tabular data?
CSV (Comma-Separated Values)
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Fill in the blank: Data represented in a _____ format is often easier for humans to read.
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