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What characteristics does Reference data have that distinguish it from Master Data?

AIt is more volatile and needs to be highly structured

BIt is always data from an outside source such as a governing body

CIt always has foreign database keys to link it to other data

DIt is less volatile, less complex, and typically smaller than Master Data sets

EIt provides data for transactions

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Suggested Answer: C

Reference data and master data are distinct in several key characteristics. Here's a detailed explanation:

Reference Data Characteristics:

Stability: Reference data is generally less volatile and changes less frequently compared to master data.

Complexity: It is less complex, often consisting of simple lists or codes (e.g., country codes, currency codes).

Size: Reference data sets are typically smaller in size than master data sets.

Master Data Characteristics:

Volatility: Master data can be more volatile, with frequent updates (e.g., customer addresses, product details).

Complexity: More complex structures and relationships, involving multiple attributes and entities.

Size: Larger in size due to the detailed information and numerous entities it encompasses.

Data Management Body of Knowledge (DMBOK), Chapter 7: Master Data Management

DAMA International, 'The DAMA Guide to the Data Management Body of Knowledge (DMBOK)'

by Naomi at Jun 20, 2024, 08:55 AM

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Elsa

10 months ago

A) It is more volatile and needs to be highly structured. Hmm, I thought Reference data was supposed to be less volatile than Master data.

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Alica

10 months ago

C) It always has foreign database keys to link it to other data. I'm not sure that's always true for Reference data, seems a bit too specific.

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Terry

10 months ago

D) It is less volatile, less complex, and typically smaller than Master Data sets

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James

10 months ago

A) It is more volatile and needs to be highly structured

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Flo

11 months ago

E) It provides data for transactions. This is a key characteristic of Reference data that helps distinguish it from Master data.

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Brent

11 months ago

I think Reference data is less volatile, less complex, and typically smaller than Master Data sets. So, I would choose option D.

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Glory

11 months ago

D) It is less volatile, less complex, and typically smaller than Master Data sets. This sounds like the most accurate description of Reference data to me.

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Leota

9 months ago

E) It provides data for transactions

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Delmy

9 months ago

B) It is always data from an outside source such as a governing body

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Winfred

9 months ago

D) It is less volatile, less complex, and typically smaller than Master Data sets

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Samira

9 months ago

A) It is more volatile and needs to be highly structured

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Cassandra

10 months ago

D) It is less volatile, less complex, and typically smaller than Master Data sets

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Jacquelyne

10 months ago

A) It is more volatile and needs to be highly structured

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Leigha

11 months ago

That's a good point, Dallas. It does make sense that Reference data comes from an external source. Maybe I should reconsider my answer.

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Dallas

11 months ago

I disagree, I believe Reference data is always data from an outside source, like a governing body. Option B seems more fitting to me.

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Leigha

11 months ago

I think Reference data is more volatile and needs to be highly structured, so I would go with option A.

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