Describe the characteristics of an Oracle sequence


- Oracle sequences are an independent object in the database, where sequences are not a data type.
- Oracle sequences have a name and can be used anywhere a value is expected.
- Oracle sequences are not tied to a table or a column.
- Oracle sequences generate a numeric value that can be assigned to any column in any table.
- The table attribute, to which a value based on a sequence is assigned, can be edited and modified.
- An Oracle sequence can be created and deleted anytime.

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a. is the process of setting short-range objectives and determining in advance how they will be accomplished b. is a plan for pursuing a mission and achieving objectives c. describes the company’s competitive advantage in the global village d. is the process of developing a mission and long-range objectives and determining in advance how they will be accomplished

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Because of the importance of economic information to the control and planning functions at headquarters the collection of data and preparation of reports is usually the responsibility of

A. the home office. B. economists in the subsidiaries where changes are occurring. C. economic consultants. D. industry associations. E. government economists.

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What is the name given to the sum of the subtotals of the three sections (operating activities, investing activities, financing activities) of the statement of cash flows?

A. The ending cash balance B. The amount of cash inflow for the period C. The change in the cash account balance between the beginning and ending of the period D. Net income for the period

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Glen falsely accuses Hu of stealing from Island Tours, Inc., their employer. Glen's statement is defamatory only if

A. a third party hears it. B. Hu has not been caught. C. the statement is puffery. D. the statement is true.

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