A validation which ensures that input data are matched to
predetermined reasonable limits or occurrence rates, is
known as:
A. Reasonableness check.
B. Validity check.
C. Existence check.
D. Limit check.
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Answer: A
A reasonableness check ensures that input data are matched
to predetermined reasonable limits or occurrence rates. A
validity check is a programmed checking of the data validity
in accordance with predetermined criteria. Existence checks
are checks for data reentered correctly and agree with valid
predetermined criteria. A limit check ensures data does not
exceed a predetermined amount.
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