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Question 18
What does Business Metadata primarily focus on?
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A
Data relationships and structures.
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B
Technical details of data storage.
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C
Content and condition of the data.
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D
Administrative aspects of data management.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Business Metadata primarily focuses on the content and condition of the data. It includes non-technical information such as names and definitions of concepts, subject areas, entities, and attributes. Business Metadata also encompasses details like attribute data types, attribute properties, range descriptions, calculations, algorithms, business rules, and valid domain values with their definitions. This type of Metadata is essential for understanding the meaning and context of the data from a business perspective.
Source: Chapter 12 Metadata Management - 1.3.2.1 Business Metadata (page 397)
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