Review

The following questions are designed to reinforce key information presented in the chapter. If you are unable to answer a question, review the appropriate lesson and then try the question again. Answers to the questions can be found in Appendix A: Questions and Answers.

1. What is a data warehouse?
2. What is a data mart?
3. What are some benefits provided by data warehousing?
4. True or false: Implementing a data warehouse with SQL Server 7.0 requires additional tools purchased from third-party vendors.

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