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Which of the following places the common data elements in order from smallest to largest?

A)  Character, field, record, file, database

B)  Character, record, file, field, database

C)  Character, record, file, database, field

D)  Field, file, record, character, database

E)  Field, record, file, character, database

Correct Answer: A

Solution :

[a] Data stored in computer systems form a hierarchy extending from a single bit to a database. Each higher rung of this hierarchy is organized from the components below it. Data are logically organized into: (i) Bits (characters); (ii) Fields: (iii) Records; (iv) Files; (v) Databases. (v) Data hierarchy