DBMS · Question 19 · Easy

In an ER diagram (Chen notation), how is a multivalued attribute such as a person's phone numbers drawn?

  1. Dashed ellipse
  2. Double ellipse
  3. Double rectangle
  4. Diamond
Answer and explanation

Answer: B. Double ellipse

Explanation: A double ellipse marks a multivalued attribute. A dashed ellipse is a derived attribute, a double rectangle is a weak entity set, and a diamond is a relationship.

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