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What information is the LEAST likely to be included in a data dictionary? type of encryption field data type description
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The information that is least likely to be included in a data dictionary is **type of encryption**.
A data dictionary typically provides details about the data elements in a database, such as:
- Field names
- Data types (e.g., integer, varchar, date)
- Descriptions (which explain what the field represents)
- Constraints (like primary keys, foreign keys, and nullability)
While some metadata about security may be included in broader system documentation, specific encryption details are generally not part of a standard data dictionary because they pertain more to security specifications and implementations rather than the structure and content of the data itself.
A data dictionary typically provides details about the data elements in a database, such as:
- Field names
- Data types (e.g., integer, varchar, date)
- Descriptions (which explain what the field represents)
- Constraints (like primary keys, foreign keys, and nullability)
While some metadata about security may be included in broader system documentation, specific encryption details are generally not part of a standard data dictionary because they pertain more to security specifications and implementations rather than the structure and content of the data itself.
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