Which of the following contains permanent data and gets updated during the processing of transactions?
Correct answer: D. Master file
- A. Operating System File
- B. Transaction file
- C. Software File
- D. Master file
Explanation
A master file holds relatively permanent information, such as customer or account records, and is updated using transaction data. A transaction file temporarily records the individual changes or events.
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